Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Seriake Dickson gave assurance while speaking during a courtesy visit by the new leadership of the State House of Assembly, who had come to introduce themselves to the Governor, that the executive arm of government will never interfere in the performance of their legislative functions. Noting that the relationship between the legislature and executive arms of government will be defined expressly by non-interference, Chief Dickson assured the leadership of the State Assembly of his readiness to collaborate with them.
The Governor said as a former law-maker he respects the principle of separation of powers and the independence of the legislature, pointing out that he was looking forward to a healthy and cordial working relationship with the legislative arm of government. Describing the state law makers as “very mature”, the Governor charged them to feel free to carry out their over sight functions without let or hindrance, because this will help to keep appointed officials in check.
Governor Dickson used the opportunity to invite the members of the House to the new Bayelsa project that is built on accountability, transparency and service delivery. The Governor commended them for the rancor-free manner in which they conducted the election that brought about the new leadership, just as he congratulated them for their well-deserved victory.
Speaking earlier, the new Speaker Mr. Konbowei Benson, lauded the Governor for not interfering in the process that led to the enthronement of the new leadership of the House. He also pledged to work together with the executive arm of government to ensure the success of the present administration.
Konbowei Benson, who represents Southern Ijaw Constituency IV is from Korokorosei community.
He holds a Master degree in Public Administration, and until his elevation to the position of Speaker, he was chairman, House Committee on Environment, Oil and Gas.
The Governor said as a former law-maker he respects the principle of separation of powers and the independence of the legislature, pointing out that he was looking forward to a healthy and cordial working relationship with the legislative arm of government. Describing the state law makers as “very mature”, the Governor charged them to feel free to carry out their over sight functions without let or hindrance, because this will help to keep appointed officials in check.
Governor Dickson used the opportunity to invite the members of the House to the new Bayelsa project that is built on accountability, transparency and service delivery. The Governor commended them for the rancor-free manner in which they conducted the election that brought about the new leadership, just as he congratulated them for their well-deserved victory.
Speaking earlier, the new Speaker Mr. Konbowei Benson, lauded the Governor for not interfering in the process that led to the enthronement of the new leadership of the House. He also pledged to work together with the executive arm of government to ensure the success of the present administration.
Konbowei Benson, who represents Southern Ijaw Constituency IV is from Korokorosei community.
He holds a Master degree in Public Administration, and until his elevation to the position of Speaker, he was chairman, House Committee on Environment, Oil and Gas.
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