Chief Thompson Amule

Chief Thompson Amule Siloko is a seasoned Nigerian administrator and politician who currently serves as the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in Bayelsa State. A key member of Governor Douye Diri’s “Prosperity Administration,” he is responsible for managing the state’s traditional institutions and local government operations.

Professional & Political Career
Chief Amule has a long history in grassroots governance and state administration:

Current Office: Re-appointed as Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in June 2024.
Early Governance: Served as the pioneer Deputy Chairman of Ekeremor Local Government Council (1991–1993).
Advisory Roles: Held various roles under state governors, including Senior Special Assistant on Security (2006), SSA on Chieftaincy Matters (2012–2019), and Special Adviser on General Duties (2019).
Regional Leadership: Represented the Bayelsa West Senatorial District in the South South Peoples Assembly.

Key Initiatives & Recent Actions
Security & Traditional Order: In May 2025, he announced the suspension of a paramount ruler in the Swali community due to security failures regarding cult activities.
Intergovernmental Relations: Instrumental in strengthening relations between the eight local government councils and the Bayelsa state government.
Personal Profile
Background: Born in Ayamasa, Ekeremor Local Government Area.
Traditional Standing: A member of the Tarakiri Council of Chiefs in the Tarakiri Kingdom.

Personal Life: Widower of the late Mrs. Bridget Thompson Amule.
Early Career: Worked in media at the Rivers State Newspaper Corporation and Rivers State Television.