PRESIDENT TINUBU CONDOLES WITH GOVERNOR DOUYE DIRI AND FAMILY OF THE LATE DEPUTY GOVERNOR LAWRENCE EWHRUDJAKPO

President Bola Tinubu sympathises with the government and the people of Bayelsa State over the passing of the Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.

The President extends heartfelt condolences to the Governor of the state, Douye Diri, and the wife of the Deputy Governor, Barrister Beatrice Ewhrudjakpo, his children, and the friends and associates who worked closely with the diligent public servant.

President Tinubu acknowledges the selflessness and patriotism of the Deputy Governor, who served the state as Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure before being elected Senator representing Bayelsa West Senatorial District.

The President encourages the state to preserve the legacy of the public servant, who left his mark on Bayelsa State’s infrastructure and contributed to the making of laws and shaping of policies at the National Assembly.

President Tinubu prays for the soul of the departed and God’s comfort for the grieving family and the state.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(information & Strategy)
December 15, 2025