Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has assured that his administration will thoroughly investigate the death of Patrick Peresuode, pledging that all those found responsible will be made to face the full weight of the law.
The governor gave the assurance on Wednesday while speaking at the 181st State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House, Yenagoa.
Governor Diri appealed to the Amassoma community and youths across the state to remain calm, stressing that the government was already handling the matter.
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He said the state government would exhaust all legal and administrative measures within its authority to ensure justice is served, noting that the process requires the cooperation of the affected community.
“Let me use this opportunity to call on the people of Amassoma community, who lost their son, Patrick Peresuode, and the youth of Bayelsa, to remain calm,” the governor said. The government will not leave any stone unturned, and will do everything required by law under its authority and duties to make sure that those who are culpable will be brought to book.”
He further emphasised the importance of support from key stakeholders, particularly witnesses to the incident, adding that such cooperation would help speed up investigations and legal proceedings.
Governor Diri disclosed that he had already briefed the Attorney-General of the state on the matter and expressed confidence that the Ministry of Justice would act swiftly to ensure that justice is achieved.
Meanwhile, the governor used the occasion to appreciate the people of Bayelsa State and all arms of government for the unity and cooperation displayed during the burial of the late former deputy governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, which took place last week in Ofoni.
He also expressed condolences to the families of two indigenes of the state who lost their lives in a fatal motor accident while travelling to attend the burial, describing the incident as deeply painful.
Governor Diri prayed for comfort for the bereaved families and reiterated his administration’s commitment to protecting lives and upholding justice across the state
