Yenagoa – In a significant move to revamp its administrative framework and strengthen grassroots engagement, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa State has announced the establishment of eight new directorates and a series of support appointments across the state’s eight Local Government Areas (LGAs).
The initiative, approved by the Acting State Chairman, George Turnah, MON, is aimed at fostering inclusiveness, enhancing service delivery, and bridging the gap between the party’s state secretariat and its grassroots structures.
According to a statement signed by the State Publicity Secretary of the PDP Caretaker Committee, Derri Alasuote Wright, the restructuring includes the creation of:
Eight (8) Directorates,
Eight (8) Special Adviser (SA) portfolios,
Eight (8) Senior Special Assistant (SSA) roles, and
Nine (9) Special Assistant (SA) positions.
Each of Bayelsa’s eight LGAs will have one representative in each of the new categories, ensuring that all 24 state constituencies are represented in the party’s administrative and advisory structure.
Wright noted that the move is aimed at promoting unity within the party, creating a sense of ownership among members, and ensuring every community feels the impact of the party’s leadership.
Appointees will be entitled to monthly salaries and allowances under a harmonized salary structure currently being reviewed by the party’s leadership.
List of the Newly Created Directorates:
1. Finance & Administration
2. Media & Publicity
3. Mobilization & Field Operations
4. Internal Security
5. Transport & Logistics
6. Planning, Research & Statistics
7. Procurement (Due Process)
8. New Media
Special Adviser Portfolios:
1. Party Administration
2. Inter-Party Relations
3. Conflict Resolution & Reconciliation
4. Conduct & Disciplinary Matters
5. Internal Security & Field Operations
6. Stakeholder Engagement
7. Zonal & National Working Committee Affairs
8. Governmental Affairs
Senior Special Assistant Roles:
1. Special Duties
2. Contact & Linkages
3. Persons with Special Needs Mobilization
4. NGOs & CSOs Mobilization
5. Non-Indigenes Mobilization
6. Women Mobilization
7. Youth Mobilization
8. Students Mobilization
Special Assistant Positions:
1. Media
2. New Media Communications
3. Protocol
4. Photography
5. Videography
6. Domestic Affairs, Chairman’s Household & Social Events
7. Logistics
8. Legal
9. Security
The party called on members to rally behind the new initiative and work collaboratively to serve the people of Bayelsa more effectively.
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