The Member representing Ogbia Constituency 1 in the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Hon. Richard Ibegu, has received commendations from stakeholders and political supporters for his loyalty and unwavering support to Governor Douye Diri and the leadership of the Assembly under Speaker Rt. Hon. Ingobere Abraham.
The applause followed the lawmaker’s exit from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) alongside Governor Diri, a development stakeholders described as strategic and timely.
At a meeting convened by Hon. Ibegu in his residence to formally brief constituents on the development, the lawmaker reaffirmed his confidence in the leadership of the Governor and the Speaker, stressing that any decision taken was in the collective interest of Ogbia people and Bayelsa State at large.
“Governor Diri is a visionary leader whose track record of service remains unquestionable. His decisions are never driven by personal sentiment but by the genuine desire to advance our State,” Ibegu stated.
He further urged his constituents to remain patient and united, assuring that Governor Diri would soon communicate the next political direction.
Speaking on behalf of the stakeholders, Dr. Gospel Ewa, immediate past Vice Chairman of the PDP Caucus in Ogbia LGA, and High Chief Salvation Olerua of Ward 13, pledged total support for the Governor’s leadership and the lawmaker’s decision.
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They described the move as “strategic and in tune with the political realities of the time,” adding that politics thrives on partnership and strategic alliances rather than isolation.
Delivering a vote of thanks, Hon. Barr. Johnbull Azibataman, former Commissioner in the Local Government Service Commission, commended Ibegu for his consistent engagement with constituents. He also lauded stakeholders for aligning with the Governor’s leadership and prayed for continued peace and development in the state.
The meeting was attended by several political figures, including the Governor’s Special Representative for Ogbia LGA, Dr. Ikuli Iboroma Godswill; Technical Advisers to the Governor on Special Duties, Hon. Prince Okenema and Osaanya B. Osaanya; Ogbia Rural Development Chairman, Hon. Ibaralate Kuro; Ogbia Central RDA Chairman, Hon. Christian Egbo; Chief Captain Ozu Erekereso, and other notable political leaders.