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Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State — Bayelsa State

Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe

● Currently in Office
🏛 Bayelsa 🏳️ PDP 📅 Feb 2026 – Present

📅 Tenure in Office

Feb 2026 – Present
5 months

Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe has been serving as deputy governor of bayelsa state of Bayelsa State since February 24, 2026, under the PDP Party.

👤 About Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe

Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe is a seasoned administrator, former Majority Leader of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, and pastor. He was sworn in as Deputy Governor in February 2026.

📋 Personal Information

Full nameDr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe
Title / RoleDeputy Governor of Bayelsa State
StateBayelsa State
PartyPDP
EducationPhD Educational Management & Planning
In office sinceFebruary 24, 2026
Geopolitical zoneSS

🏆 Key Achievements

Sworn in 2026 after the passing of previous Deputy. Former Chief of Staff, Legislator and RCCG Pastor.

🏛 Role of the Deputy Governor

The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State assists the governor in the executive administration of the state. Under the Nigerian Constitution, the deputy governor is elected on the same ticket as the governor and constitutionally succeeds to the governorship if the governor is incapacitated, impeached, resigns or passes away.

Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe serves as deputy governor under Governor Senator Douye Diri , having assumed office on February 24, 2026.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe is the current deputy governor of Bayelsa State, a member of the PDP, in office since February 24, 2026.
The full name is Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe.
Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe became deputy governor of Bayelsa State on February 24, 2026.
Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe is a member of the PDP.