Bayelsa guber poll: Diri deserves a second term – Delta governor

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has said his Bayelsa State counterpart Duoye Diri deserves a second term due to the achievements he recorded in his first four years.

Oborevwori spoke on Saturday during the commissioning of the Etegwe roundabout, and Agilobi road, Agudama Epie, all in Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.

He commended Diri for prioritizing security, which he said has helped in the development of other critical sectors of the economy.

He said, “Diri represents a perfect picture of a loyal servant, his care for the people has made him very dependable.

” You assumed office and prioritized security of the state, so that infrastructure development and others can run fast.

“You ensured an enabling environment for business to thrive. Every sector of the state’s economy has felt the positive impact of your administration.

“You also committed to linking the three senatorial districts of the state. I am proud to associate with Governor Diri’s success story, and I trust the people of the state will come out to vote you massively in the forthcoming election.

“If he is not doing well I won’t have come, with all the project he has executed, he truly deserves another tenure with his proven track record of performance. God brought him here to deliver the state, it is your season, and the state is peaceful.”

Also speaking, Diri said Yenagoa had been known as a one road city but today the narrative has changed.

He revealed that the vision of his administration is to make Yenagoa to be at per with other capital cities in the country or even better.

Diri added, “This place was a hideout for criminals, women and ladies were robbed and harassed on a daily basis but we don’t experience such anymore.

“We are happy that our people has given us the support to develop their communities.”