Bayelsa Deputy Governor Hails Aide's Wife at 50, Commends Her Support for Family

Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Dr Peter Akpe, has described Mrs Timi Edure, wife of the Governor's Special Adviser on Local Content, Hon. Barnabas Edure, as a woman of honour whose character has promoted peace, unity and progress in her family.

Akpe made the remarks on Wednesday during the celebration of Mrs Edure's 50th birthday in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, where he attended as the special guest of honour.

The deputy governor praised the celebrant for her humility, prayerfulness and composure, stating that her husband's achievements over the years reflected the unwavering support and encouragement she had provided.

He said attaining the age of 50 is a significant milestone and noted that Mrs Edure's youthful appearance was a testament to God's blessings on the family.

Akpe also commended Hon. Barnabas Edure, describing him as a grassroots political mobiliser and businessman. He prayed for God's continued favour upon the celebrant and her household.

Speaking on behalf of Governor Douye Diri, the deputy governor congratulated Mrs Edure and expressed appreciation to the family for their contributions.

"I want to congratulate you and your husband because he is also a celebrant by reason of your birthday. You are a woman of strength and your support has contributed greatly to your husband's achievements," Akpe said.

Earlier, Hon. Barnabas Edure thanked the deputy governor for attending the celebration despite his official engagements.

He described the visit as a great honour and pledged his commitment to supporting all All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in the 2027 general elections in Bayelsa State.

The deputy governor was accompanied to the event by the APC House of Assembly candidates for Sagbama Constituencies I and II, Lucky Agbalaje and Sinkumo Ekisah; APC Chairman in Sagbama Local Government Area, Arioke Ohwona; Director General of the Bayelsa Microfinance and Enterprise Development Agency (BYMEDA), Dr Embeleakpo Apere; Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on General Duties, Vivian Adesi; as well as Hopkins Dickson and Ogboru Peter.