2027: No form of inducement can stop us from taking over Bayelsa – NDC to Gov Diri

Bayelsa State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has urged Governor Douye Diri to adopt an inclusive leadership approach that prioritizes the interests of Bayelsans over political agendas, concentrating on policies and programs that foster sustainable development, economic growth, and enhance the welfare of the populace.

Speaking with journalists in Yenagoa, the State Chairman of the NDC, Hon. Dauprebo Ikuromo, called on the Bayelsa State Government to “avoid attempts to entice NDC aspirants with financial incentives designed to create rifts within the party.”

Ikuromo asserted that “no form of inducement can divert the NDC from its objective of assuming leadership in the state.”

He recommended that such “resources should be allocated instead to tackle the state’s urgent developmental issues, including the situation of the commissioned but non-operational gas turbines.”

In response to concerns regarding reported discontent within the party, the NDC Chairman indicated that a comprehensive grievance redress mechanism has been established under the leadership of Senator Henry Seriake Dickson.

He added that the party’s National Executive Council will release the list of candidates for various positions within the timeframe set by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.

Ikuromo also commended the National Leader of the NDC for his exemplary conduct during the party’s primary elections.

He characterized Dickson’s leadership as commendable, highlighting his ability to manage the primary election process nationwide with fairness, tact, and wisdom, thereby ensuring equitable opportunities for all aspirants.

The Bayelsa NDC further recognized Senator Dickson’s dedication to the inclusion of youth and women in the party’s primaries, describing this initiative as aligned with the principles of affirmative action and enhanced political participation. According to the party Chairman, such policies are vital for cultivating a robust and inclusive political movement.

The NDC chairman, however, called on party members and supporters across Bayelsa State to remain united and focused on the party’s objective of taking over governance from what he described as a ruling party that has failed the nation.