BREAKING: Bayelsa State Commissioner Confirmed Dead

The Bayelsa State government has announced the passing of Elizabeth Bidei, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development.

Mrs. Bidei, died on Monday, December 30, 2024. The cause of her death is yet to be disclosed.

In a statement released on Tuesday, Commissioner for Information, Orientation, and Strategy Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai expressed the state government’s deepest condolences to the bereaved family, particularly the widower, Chief Jackson Bidei, and their children.

The state government described Mrs Bidei as a dedicated public servant and a loyal party person who worked tirelessly to promote the welfare and empowerment of women in Bayelsa.

“Our hearts grieved with the bereaved family, especially with the widower, Chief Jackson Bidei and the children.

“Our prayers are with the family at this depressing moment of grave bereavement.

“Our sincerest sympathies and prayers are with her loved ones at this difficult time.

“May they all find comfort in the knowledge that Mrs Bidei’s life and work profoundly impacted our state and its people,” Mrs Koku-Obiyai said.

The statement added, “It is our conviction that her legacy will live on through the countless lives she touched and the many initiatives she championed during her lifetime.

“The governor and the entire government of Bayelsa are saddened by her loss and will miss her wise counsel and dedication to our collective efforts to build a better and prosperous future for our state.

“We will always remember her as a true servant of the people and a champion of women’s empowerment.”