Bayelsa state governor Duoye Diri has announced his plan to take annual leave, which was communicated to top public officials and the citizens.
In a statement on Monday, November 25, Diri said it has been a very busy year for him since his administration’s inauguration for the second term in February 2024.
In his notice, Governor Diri assured Bayelsa residents that his absence “will not in any way affect governance in the state” as his lieutenant, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, “has the mandate to take charge of all state functions”.
He, however, did not stipulate the exact duration of his leave.
Diri added:
“My absence shall not in any way cause delay in the execution of all ongoing projects and programmes by various ministries, agencies and departments.
“Happy new week, all, as I officially proceed on my leave.”
