Hon. Walamam Samuel Igrubia, the Director General of the Bayelsa State Emergency Management Agency (BYSEMA), has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). His decision comes shortly after Governor Senator Douye Diri reportedly left the party, marking a significant political shift within Bayelsa State’s ruling circle.
In a formal notice released on Wednesday, Igrubia stated that his resignation from the PDP takes immediate effect. He cited his loyalty to Governor Diri as the primary reason for his departure, emphasizing his commitment to continue supporting the governor’s vision and administration despite the change in political alignment.
“I remain loyal to the Governor and his administration’s vision for Bayelsa,” Igrubia wrote in his statement. “I am committed to continuing our collective efforts in serving the people under his leadership.”
The development comes amid growing political realignments in Bayelsa State following speculation about internal disagreements within the PDP. Governor Douye Diri, who has been a prominent figure in the party and currently serves as the state’s governor, is yet to make an official statement confirming his exit, though reports indicate that key allies have already begun following his lead.
Hon. Igrubia’s resignation underscores the governor’s strong influence over members of his administration, many of whom owe their political rise to his leadership within the PDP. Observers note that Igrubia’s move could trigger a series of similar resignations from top aides and appointees in the coming days, potentially reshaping Bayelsa’s political landscape ahead of future elections.
The Director General’s departure from the PDP signals not only a personal political decision but also highlights the deep loyalty and alignment among officials within Diri’s government. While Igrubia did not disclose whether he intends to join another political party, his statement suggests that he will continue working closely with the governor in whatever political structure the administration aligns with next.
Political analysts in the state have described the situation as a potential realignment that could affect the PDP’s strength in Bayelsa, a state long regarded as one of the party’s strongholds in the Niger Delta. The resignation of senior officials such as Igrubia may indicate broader dissatisfaction within the party or a coordinated move led by the governor himself to consolidate political power elsewhere.
As the Director General of BYSEMA, Igrubia has been a key figure in the state’s emergency response and disaster management efforts. His continued service under Governor Diri’s leadership, despite leaving the PDP, suggests that administrative duties in the agency will continue uninterrupted. However, political observers warn that such developments could influence state politics and governance dynamics in the months ahead.
Neither the PDP’s state chapter nor the governor’s office has issued an official statement regarding Igrubia’s resignation as of the time of this report. However, the move has already generated significant discussion within political circles, with many awaiting further clarification from Governor Diri on his own political plans and those of his team.
With this latest resignation, the political atmosphere in Bayelsa appears to be entering a period of uncertainty and transition. The loyalty expressed by Hon. Walamam Samuel Igrubia to Governor Douye Diri highlights a deep alignment within the administration—one that may reshape Bayelsa’s political alliances in the near future.
