There was palpable tension at Creek Haven, the Bayelsa State seat of power, on Thursday after Deputy Governor Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo reportedly collapsed in his office and was immediately rushed to the Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa. The incident occurred in the afternoon, triggering an urgent response from his aides and security personnel as concerns grew over his condition.

A hospital official, who requested anonymity, confirmed that the deputy governor was brought in under emergency circumstances and taken straight to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Medical personnel were said to be attending to him as top government officials arrived at the facility, heightening the atmosphere of uncertainty.

As Bayelsa residents await an official statement from the state government, anxiety continues to build over the deputy governor’s health status. Visit www.jocomms.com for more news details and follow us on all our social media platforms.