The Bayelsa State House of Assembly has confirmed Pastor Peter Akpe as deputy governor of the state. Lawmakers approved his appointment on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, clearing the way for his swearing-in.
Mr Akpe previously served as chief of staff to Governor Douye Diri before his nomination. He is an ordained minister of the Redeemed Christian Church of God and has worked in both the Rivers and Bayelsa state civil services.
He was a two-term member of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly from 2011 to 2019, serving as majority leader, and also held office as commissioner between 2008 and 2011 under the administration of former governor Seriake Dickson.
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His appointment follows the death of the former deputy governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, who died in December 2025.
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