Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has been appointed as the new leader of the South-South Governors Forum. This decision was reached during Tuesday’s forum gathering at the Government House in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
A communiqué released after the meeting indicated that the South-South Governors Forum convened to address crucial issues and strategies for the region’s unity and growth.
The attending governors affirmed their dedication to cooperative governance, safeguarding the welfare of their citizens, and promoting sustainable development.
The newly appointed chairman, Governor Douye Diri, is currently serving his second term as the governor of Bayelsa State.
Other governors present at the meeting included Bassey Otu (Cross River), Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta), Siminalayi Fubara (Rivers), and Umo Eno (Akwa Ibom). Notably absent was Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo.
