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Diri praises deputy governor’s humility, capacity at community reception

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri praised his deputy, Dr. Peter Akpe, at a community reception, highlighting his humility, capacity, and acceptance by the people.
  • Diri stated that appointing Akpe was the right decision, evidenced by the community's strong turnout and celebration.
  • Deputy Governor Akpe expressed gratitude to Diri and the community, emphasizing lessons learned in leadership and accommodation.

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri lauded his deputy, Dr. Peter Akpe, at a grand reception organized by Akpe's Ebedebiri community in Sagbama Local Government Area. Diri declared that his choice of Akpe was divinely guided and that the deputy governor is a "square peg in a square hole," perfectly suited for the role.

I believe I made no mistake that I zeroed in on Akpe. Today’s event confirms my decision to appoint him as my deputy.

— Senator Douye DiriBayelsa State Governor commenting on his choice of deputy governor at a community reception.

The governor emphasized that the well-attended event demonstrated Akpe's widespread acceptance and the community's solidarity. He commended the Ebedebiri people for their organized reception, noting it confirmed his decision to appoint Akpe. Diri highlighted Akpe's journey from humble beginnings as a source of hope and praised his loyalty and humility.

"I believe I made no mistake that I zeroed in on Akpe. Today’s event confirms my decision to appoint him as my deputy," Diri stated. He urged the community to promote unity and shun division, reminding them that if God could transform Akpe's life, there is hope for theirs.

It is one thing to announce the appointment of a person, and it is another for that person to be accepted and celebrated.

— Senator Douye DiriBayelsa State Governor highlighting the significance of community acceptance for his deputy.

In his response, Deputy Governor Akpe thanked Governor Diri for the confidence placed in him. He expressed gratitude to God, his family, and the Ebedebiri community. Akpe shared that working with Diri had taught him valuable lessons in accommodating people, patience, and maintaining a peaceful disposition.

Akpe is a square peg in a square hole.

— Senator Douye DiriBayelsa State Governor describing his deputy's suitability for the role.

Akpe also extended his thanks to the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Dr. Heineken Lokpobiri, who chaired the event, as well as the Speaker of the House of Assembly, other legislators, traditional rulers, and the clergy for their support. Minister Lokpobiri echoed the appreciation for Governor Diri's choice, commending Akpe's performance and governance experience.

From the depth of my heart, my family and Ebedebiri community, I thank God and the governor for choosing me as his deputy.

— Dr Peter AkpeDeputy Governor expressing gratitude at his community reception.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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