Profile of High Chief (Hon) Barr. Alabh George Turnah, MON

Autobiography

High Chief (Hon) Barr. Alabh George Turnah, MON

Lawyer • Politician • Entrepreneur • Philanthropist

Barr. George Turnah’s life is a shining example of service, leadership, and innovation. He continues to shape lives through governance, enterprise, and philanthropy—leaving a lasting mark on every community he touches.

Date of Birth:

3rd September 1983

Hometown:

Kolo 3 Town, Ogbia LGA, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Family Background:

Alabh George Turnah was born into the family of Mr. and Mrs. Elvis Olobha Turnah, who instilled in him the values of hard work and service from a young age.

Personal Attributes:

Alabh George Turnah is known for his strong Christian faith and embodies qualities of humility, reliability, respect, loyalty, and dedication to service.

Education:

  • LLB from Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Amassoma, Bayelsa State (2008)
  • BL from the Nigerian Law School, Lagos Campus (2010)
  • LLM from the University of Derby, United Kingdom (2018)
  • Currently pursuing a PhD. with the University of East London, United Kingdom

Career:

Barr. Turnah is a distinguished politician, lawyer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Called to the Nigerian Bar in 2010, he has established a prominent legal career.

Political Involvement:

  • Joined circular politics at a young age, aligning with the PDP (People’s Democratic Party) formed in 1998.
  • Elected as Legal Adviser of the PDP, South-South Zone in 2022.
  • Elected as the Zonal Secretary of the South-South Zone of the Party in 2025, a position he currently holds.
  • Following the dissolution of the Bayelsa State Working Committee in April 2025, appointed to lead a Caretaker Committee as Acting Chairman of the Party in Bayelsa State, which he currently combines with his role as Zonal Secretary.
  • Served the Party in various capacities, including being a member of the Party’s Presidential Campaign Council for the 2011, 2015, 2019, and 2023 elections.
  • Involved in the Governorship elections campaign Council in Bayelsa State from 2003 to 2023.
  • Appointed the youngest member of the Elders Council of the Party in Bayelsa State in 2012 and has continued to offer his services to the Party.

Work Experience:

  • Appointed into the services of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in 2010 as Special Assistant on Youth Matters to the Managing Director/CEO.
  • Reappointed in 2013 due to his sterling performance in engaging and galvanizing the youths of the Niger Delta Region into productive ventures, promoting peace and stability essential for the region’s development.
  • As an activist, he played a crucial role in advocating for peace amidst the conflicts caused by militancy and agitation for development and resource control by the region’s youths.
  • Instrumental in resolving conflicts that led to the celebrated proclamation of Presidential Amnesty for the region’s youths during the administration of late President Umaru Musa Yar’adua.
  • In 2020, he was appointed as Executive Assistant to the Governor of Bayelsa State.

Legal Practice:

  • Managing Solicitor at George Turnah Chambers (Optimal Standard Law Firm)
  • Head Office: Lagos, Nigeria
  • Branches: Port Harcourt, Rivers State, and Yenagoa, Bayelsa State
  • The firm excels in various areas of law, including civil and criminal litigation, corporate, petroleum, and environmental law practice, positioning it among leading legal practitioners and corporate consultants in the nation.
  • Through his work and commitment to community development, High Chief Alabh George Turnah continues to make significant contributions to society, embodying the true spirit of service and leadership.

Business:

Turnah is a dynamic entrepreneur renowned for his innovative spirit and leadership. As the founder of several successful businesses, he holds significant influence in the corporate sector and is a valued member of multiple boards. He serves as the Chairman of the Celtic Pride Group of Companies, which encompasses a diverse portfolio including:

  • Celtic Pride Bottling Company Ltd: Producers of Poltic Table Water
  • Celtic Pride Fish Processing and Packaging Company Ltd
  • Celtic Pride Farms Ltd
  • Celtic Pride Hotels Ltd
  • Celtic Pride Transport and Logistics Company Ltd
  • Celtic Pride Consult and Events Ltd
  • Celtic Pride Institute of Agricultural Studies, Kolo

These enterprises collectively employ hundreds of Nigerians, contributing to the nation’s economic growth.

Other Ventures:

Turnah is passionate about sports and community service. He is the Chairman of the George Turnah Football Club and the founder of the George Turnah Foundation. Through this foundation, he actively engages in philanthropic efforts, supporting initiatives focused on education, sports, healthcare, poverty alleviation, and assistance for the elderly, vulnerable populations, and individuals living with disabilities.

Turnah’s commitment to entrepreneurship and social responsibility makes him a respected figure in both business, politics and humanitarian

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George Turnah is a trailblazer from Bayelsa State whose achievements span law, politics, business, and community empowerment. 

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