Governor Douye Diri and Bayelsa APC set ambitious one million votes target for President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
Bayelsa State Governor Senator Douye Diri has publicly vowed to deliver at least one million votes for President Bola Tinubu during the upcoming January 2027 elections, aiming to showcase significantly increased voting strength in the region.
The announcement was made during the official inauguration of the Bayelsa APC campaign council over the weekend, where party leaders gathered to strategize for the presidential, national assembly, and state constituency elections.
Governor Diri charged all members and supporters to mobilize communities and wards, highlighting federal achievements under the current administration, according to information published by The Sun Nigeria.
Bayelsa APC Campaign Council Inauguration
The inauguration event marked a crucial step for the ruling party in the region, with State Party Chairman Hon. Warman Weri Ogoriba officially announcing the leadership structure for the upcoming electoral battle.
Chief Robert Enogha Ayalla was appointed as the Director General of the campaign, while Chief Timi Alaibe will serve as Chairman of the Campaign Advisory Council to coordinate political efforts across the state.
Chairman Ogoriba emphasized that the newly formed council members were carefully scrutinized and selected based on their proven capacity and political experience to deliver comprehensive victory at the polls.
President Bola Tinubu Achievements In Bayelsa
Governor Diri outlined several major federal initiatives as key talking points for the campaign, praising President Bola Tinubu for recognizing the unique development needs of coastal communities in the Niger Delta.
Key achievements highlighted by the governor include the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, the second phase of the Nembe-Brass Road, and crucial interventions in the national power sector.
Additional milestones communicated to voters involve federal appointments for Bayelsa indigenes and the establishment of the federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy to boost regional growth.
Leadership Structure And Strategic Coordination
The newly unveiled campaign structure features Governor Douye Diri coordinating the presidential campaign in the state while serving in an advisory capacity, alongside Deputy Governor Dr Peter Akpe as deputy coordinator.
Other prominent coordinators include Minister of State for Petroleum Resources Heineken Lokpobiri and Niger Delta Development Commission Managing Director Dr Samuel Ogbuku.
Party leaders strongly urged members to maintain absolute unity during the campaign, warning that political opponents would attempt to exploit any internal divisions before the polls.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who vowed to deliver one million votes to Tinubu in Bayelsa?
Bayelsa State Governor Senator Douye Diri vowed to deliver at least one million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
Who leads the Bayelsa APC campaign council for 2027?
Chief Robert Enogha Ayalla serves as the Director General of the campaign council, while Chief Timi Alaibe chairs the Campaign Advisory Council.
What federal projects were cited by Governor Diri?
Governor Diri highlighted the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, the Nembe-Brass Road, power sector interventions, and the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy.
Who are the key coordinators in the Bayelsa APC campaign?
Key coordinators include Deputy Governor Dr Peter Akpe, Minister Heineken Lokpobiri, and NDDC Managing Director Dr Samuel Ogbuku.
