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- Governor Diri Accelerates Bayelsa Development With Completion Of Stalled Coastal Bridge And New Road Networks
Published: Apr 29, 2026
Section: Africa
Bayelsa State has achieved a significant infrastructure milestone by completing the Polaku coastal road and bridge, a project previously abandoned for fifteen years. Commissioner f...
- Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo Commissions Key Bypass Road to Enhance Bayelsa Infrastructure
Published: Apr 21, 2026
Section: Africa
Prof. Yemi Osinbajo has officially inaugurated the 6.72km Agbura Oxbow Lake Road in Bayelsa State, facilitating a new bypass for Ogbia and Nembe bound motorists. During the ceremon...
- Governor Douye Diri Marks Six Years of Bayelsa Infrastructure and Economic Transformation During Presidential Visit
Published: Apr 10, 2026
Section: Africa
Governor Douye Diri celebrated six years of administration in Bayelsa State on April 10, 2026, coinciding with an official visit from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The governor high...
- Bayelsa State Mandates Friday Market Closures and Work Holiday for President Tinubu Official Visit
Published: Apr 9, 2026
Section: Africa
The Bayelsa State Government declared April 10, 2026, a work-free day to facilitate a state reception for President Bola Tinubu. Commissioner Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai confirmed that mar...
- Bayelsa African Democratic Congress Halts All Party Congresses Following Mandatory INEC Directive
Published: Apr 8, 2026
Section: Africa
The Bayelsa State chapter of the African Democratic Congress has announced an indefinite suspension of its ward, local government, and state congresses. State Chairman Johnny Derek...
- Tragedy in Bayelsa as Customary Flogging Punishment Leads to Death of Sexual Assault Suspect
Published: Mar 26, 2026
Section: Africa
A 47 year old man, Emi Sigah, has died in the Ekowe community of Bayelsa State after being subjected to a traditional "120 strokes" penalty for the alleged rape of a 10 year old gi...
- Nigerian Army and NDLEA Command Secure 28 Arrests During Large Scale Anti Drug Operations in Yenagoa
Published: Mar 23, 2026
Section: Africa
A joint tactical operation involving the 16 Brigade of the Nigerian Army and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency resulted in the apprehension of 28 suspects in Bayelsa State....
- Bayelsa Media Executive Marks 61st Birthday With Free Medical Outreach and Financial Empowerment for Vulnerable Widows
Published: Mar 21, 2026
Section: Africa
Elder Ebi Ozegbe, publisher of The Light Newspaper, celebrated his 61st birthday by providing free health screenings and medication to residents of the Amarata community in Yenagoa...
- Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri Urges Muslim Community to Prioritize Peace Building and Social Cohesion
Published: Mar 20, 2026
Section: Africa
Governor Douye Diri hosted the Bayelsa Muslim community for a state dinner in Yenagoa to commemorate the conclusion of the Ramadan fast. The Governor emphasized that religious tole...
- NCDMB Launches Specialized Oracle Primavera P6 Training for 50 Participants in Bayelsa to Bolster Local Project Management Capacity
Published: Mar 10, 2026
Section: Africa
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has commenced a week-long intensive training program in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, focused on Oracle Primavera P6. Execut...
- Bayelsa APC Dismisses Senator Seriake Dickson’s Move To New NDC As A "Social Media" Trend With No Structural Threat
Published: Mar 6, 2026
Section: Africa
The Bayelsa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reacted to Senator Seriake Dickson’s defection to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). APC Chairman Warman Og...