Eight Bayelsa LG Chairmen Dump PDP, Declare Support for Diri!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

In a dramatic political turn, all eight Local Government Area (LGA) chairmen in Bayelsa State have resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), aligning themselves with Governor Douye Diri following his departure from the party. [1]

What We Know

• The mass resignation was part of a sweeping defection movement led by Governor Diri. [1]
• Diri’s defection involved the State Executive Council, the Speaker and other lawmakers, signaling a synchronized political realignment. [2]
• Reports suggest the LG chairmen’s move is intended to demonstrate unified local support for Diri’s next political direction. [1]

Context & Implications

• The defections come amid a wave of party realignments in the South-South and South-East ahead of the 2027 elections. [3]
• APC leaders have publicly welcomed the shift, suggesting consolidation under the ruling party is gaining traction in the region. [4]
• Meanwhile, critics, including former Bayelsa governor Seriake Dickson, warn that the defections could erode the balance of multiparty democracy in the state. [5]

Citations:

1. Ln247 News: ln247.news/bayelsa-governor-douye-diri-resigns-from-pdp-with-23-assembly/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. ThisDayLive: www.thisdaylive.com/2025/10/15/bayelsa-gov-cabinet-members-state-lawmakers-dump-pdp/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3. Nigerian Observer: nigerianobservernews.com/2025/10/diri-bayelsa-cabinet-lawmakers-quit-pdp-amid-wave-of-defections/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
4. Vanguard News: www.vanguardngr.com/2025/10/lokpobiri-lyon-deigi-top-bayelsa-apc-leaders-hail-diris-resignation-from-pdp/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
5. The Guardian Nigeria: guardian.ng/politics/wike-mocks-defectors-as-diri-dumps-pdp-with-21-bayelsa-lawmakers/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Managing Editor of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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