The Bayelsa State House of Assembly
has confirmed the appointment of Pastor Peter Akpe as the new Deputy Governor
of Bayelsa State.
Akpe, who previously served as Chief of Staff
to Governor Duoye Diri, was confirmed during the Assembly’s
plenary session on Tuesday morning, February 24.
His nomination follows the sudden death of
the former Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who
reportedly slumped and passed away in his office on December 11, 2025.
With his confirmation, Akpe is expected to
immediately assume office and support the governor in the administration of the
state’s affairs.
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