Bayelsa Assembly Confirms Peter Akpe as Deputy Governor

On Tuesday morning, the Bayelsa State House of Assembly confirmed the appointment of Peter Akpe as the new Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State. This decision was made during a plenary session where Akpe's nomination was presented.

Prior to this appointment, Peter Akpe served as the Chief of Staff to the current Governor, Douye Diri. The confirmation marks a significant development in the state's political landscape, as Akpe steps into the role of Deputy Governor, succeeding the previous officeholder.

The assembly's decision reflects the ongoing governance dynamics within Bayelsa State under Governor Diri's administration.