The Bayelsa State Government has announced with profound sorrow the passing of Mrs. Elizabeth Bidei, a member of the State Executive Council and the Commissioner for Women Affairs. Her death marks a significant loss to the state, leaving a deep void in the hearts of her family, colleagues, and the citizens she served diligently.
In an official statement issued by the Commissioner for Information, Orientation, and Strategy, Hon. Mrs. Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, the government expressed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, especially her husband, Chief Jackson Bidei, and their children.
“Our hearts go out to the bereaved family. Our prayers are with them during this profoundly difficult time of grief,” the statement read.
Mrs. Bidei’s contributions to Bayelsa State were highlighted as a testament to her unwavering dedication and passion for service. Hon. Koku-Obiyai noted, “As a member of the Executive Council, who played a crucial role in shaping policies and programmes that benefited the people of Bayelsa State, her death has created a vacuum that is difficult to fill. She was a kind and compassionate individual who always placed the needs of others ahead of her own.”
The statement described Mrs. Bidei as a loyal and tireless advocate for the welfare and empowerment of women in Bayelsa. Her legacy, it emphasized, is enshrined in the lives she touched and the initiatives she championed.
“Her commitment to making a positive impact on others will keep her memory alive in the minds of many. We will always remember her as a true servant of the people and a champion of women’s empowerment,” it added.
Governor Douye Diri and the entire government of Bayelsa State mourn her loss, acknowledging her wise counsel and dedication to building a brighter future for the state.
“As we mourn Mrs. Bidei, we will dearly miss her passion and contributions as a dedicated public servant. May her soul find eternal rest in the bosom of our Lord,” the statement concluded.
Mrs. Bidei’s life and work remain a beacon of inspiration, and her passing is deeply felt across the state.
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