Bayelsa Property Development Authority GM Explains Position on Kariyai Daukoru, Calls for Peaceful Resolution
By Ebis Freeman, YENAGOA – The General Manager of the Bayelsa State Property Development Authority (BSPDA), Tonye Emmanuel Isenah, has responded to criticisms over his position on the ongoing case involving Kariyai Daukoru, stating that his involvement is driven by a desire to see the matter resolved through dialogue rather than prolonged litigation.
In a statement shared on his social media platform, Isenah disclosed that several behind-the-scenes mediation efforts had been undertaken by concerned individuals, including the establishment of committees and numerous consultations aimed at resolving the dispute amicably.
According to him, the mediation process suffered a setback after Daukoru was denied bail, a development he described as being based on “flimsy” reasons. He said that decision prompted him to publicly support a planned peaceful protest intended to draw the attention of higher authorities to intervene in the matter.
“I am not the one who called for the protest; I only said I would be part of it,” Isenah clarified, adding that his participation had generated significant public interest and criticism, including comments made at a recent press conference and a reaction from his friend, Wisdom Ikuli.
The BSPDA General Manager, however, revealed that he would be attending his community’s annual Odi Ogori Ba Uge Festival, which begins shortly, expressing hope that ongoing engagements could make the planned protest unnecessary.
Addressing those criticizing his stance, Isenah urged Bayelsa youths to avoid insults and abusive comments over differing opinions, stressing that every individual could one day face difficult circumstances.
Quoting Nigerian music star Burna Boy, he remarked, “Last last, na everybody go chop breakfast,” to emphasize the need for empathy and restraint.
He also expressed concern over reports regarding conditions at Kuje Correctional Centre, arguing that individuals who have not been convicted of crimes should not be subjected to such conditions.
Isenah renewed his appeal to relevant authorities to grant Kariyai Daukoru bail, insisting that once released, all parties should embrace dialogue and pursue an out-of-court settlement.
He concluded his remarks with a message of peace, saying, “O Nua oo. Adoo.”
The controversy surrounding Kariyai Daukoru has continued to attract widespread public attention in Bayelsa State, with stakeholders expressing differing views on the legal proceedings and the appropriate path toward resolving the dispute.
