Bayelsa Assembly Confirms Peter Akpe Deputy Governor
The Bayelsa State House of Assembly has confirmed Pastor Peter Akpe as the state’s new Deputy Governor. The confirmation took place during the assembly’s plenary session on Tuesday morning.
Akpe previously served as Chief of Staff to Governor Douye Diri before being nominated for the deputy governorship. His appointment marks a key development in Bayelsa State’s political leadership. The assembly’s approval followed due legislative procedures for executive appointments.
Akpe is expected to work closely with Governor Diri on state administration and governance. Political observers say the confirmation consolidates the governor’s team ahead of upcoming state initiatives.
The deputy governorship position had been vacant following the departure of the previous officeholder. Residents and political stakeholders have welcomed the confirmation as a move to strengthen state leadership.
Akpe’s experience as Chief of Staff is seen as an asset for his new role.