Bayelsa Guber poll: Dickson sets up commission of enquiry
The Governor of Bayelsa State, Mr. Seriake Dickson, on Friday established a six-member Commission of Enquiry to investigate the mayhem, violence and breach of peace that occurred in the state before
and during last Saturday’s governorship election in the state.
Dickson in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Daniel Iworiso-Markson, said he was acting on Section 2 (1) of the Commission of Inquiry Law, Cap 8 Laws of Bayelsa State of Nigeria 2006 and in exercise of all other enabling powers.
He named the Chairperson of the commission as Justice Margaret Akpomieme and Mr. Abraham Ekiamene as its Secretary.
Other members of the commission which will be inaugurated on Saturday are – Brigadier-Gen. Bob Ake (rtd), Dr. Victoria Abad, Mrs. Martha Akpana and Tamadu Abasi.
He asked the commission to determine the number and identities of the persons that were injured or killed, if any, during the violence, mayhem and breach of the peace that occurred in parts of Bayelsa State on or about the 3rd to 6th December, 2015.
The committee will among others: Determine the extent of damage to property, if any, during the said incidents.
“Identify the perpetrators of the said violence, mayhem and breach of the peace and recommend appropriate action.
“Determine the role played by the security agencies in the said incidents, if any.
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