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Bayelsa Lawmakers ratify Peter Akpe as Deputy Governor

Bayelsa Lawmakers ratify Peter Akpe as Deputy Governor

The Bayelsa State House of Assembly has confirmed Pastor Peter Akpe as the new Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State.

The approval was granted during Tuesday’s plenary session, formally concluding the process to fill the vacant deputy governorship seat.

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Before his nomination, Akpe served as Chief of Staff to Governor Douye Diri, a role in which he worked closely with the state’s executive arm. His confirmation now positions him as the second-highest ranking official in the state government.

With the Assembly’s endorsement secured, the appointment process has been officially completed. Further details are expected to be released in due course.

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