The Bayelsa State House of Assembly has confirmed Pastor Peter Akpe as the state’s new Deputy Governor during plenary on Tuesday.
Akpe, who previously served as Chief of Staff to Governor Douye Diri, was nominated following the vacancy created by the death of former Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, in December 2025 after he collapsed while on official duty.
His confirmation formally fills the position left vacant after months of political consultations and mourning activities held in honour of the late deputy governor.
