Bayelsa State in Nigeria has empowered 600 young entrepreneurs by disbursing N90 million, providing N150,000 each along with PoS terminals to boost local businesses and skills acquisition.

The Governor of Bayelsa State has urged political actors to promote unity and engage in issue-based campaigns ahead of the 2027 elections. He emphasized the importance of respecting opponents and focusing on substantive matters for the state's development.

The Bayelsa State House of Assembly has dismissed the Sagbama Local Government chairman and deputy due to alleged gross misconduct, following a petition and their failure to honor a summons.

Former Bayelsa State Governor and Senator Seriake Dickson is set to host a reunion for former members of the Alliance for Democracy's NEC, NWC, and others in Abuja, amidst ongoing political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The Bayelsa State Ministry of Health has raised an alarm over an increase in hypertension cases, noting that many residents are diagnosed late, leading to complications.

Bayelsa State in Nigeria is preparing to introduce scrabble and chess into its secondary school curriculum, following a directive from Governor Diri aimed at fostering intellectual development among students.

Bayelsa State, in collaboration with UNICEF and a local church, has launched a N280 million project aimed at combating child malnutrition. This initiative seeks to address the critical issue of food insecurity and health among children in the region.

An exclusive report details how former Bayelsa State Governor Sylva allegedly raised funds to bankroll a failed coup attempt against the President Tinubu administration in Nigeria.

Police in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, have launched an investigation into the death of Stanley Okebaram, a missing corps member whose body was discovered in Nembe.

The Bayelsa State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has approved a N20 million palace project in Elebele, the hometown of former President Goodluck Jonathan, to consolidate support ahead of the 2028 governorship election.

The Bayelsa State Government has halted the unhygienic processing of imported cowhides, known as ponmo, citing serious public health concerns and will enforce the ban with a task force.

The Bayelsa State Commissioner of Police has commended Governor Diri's skills acquisition program, attributing it to a significant reduction in crime by empowering the youth.

The Bayelsa State chapter of the PDP has criticized Governor Diri's N100 billion stadium project, urging the government to prioritize job creation, food security, and poverty reduction instead.

The Bayelsa State Directorate of Flood and Erosion Control has intensified efforts to prevent annual flooding in Yenagoa, the state capital, by deploying heavy machinery to clear accumulated silt and waste from water channels, bringing relief to residents.

Operatives of the Amassoma Division of the Bayelsa State Police Command have arrested two suspects and recovered two locally made pistols and two rounds of 9mm live ammunition following a suspected cult-related clash in which a Bayelsa varsity student died.

Police in Bayelsa State have arrested a 68-year-old man and his son after they were found in possession of four single-barrel guns, with investigations into the incident ongoing.

The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State has called on drivers and management of the state transport company to adhere to operational guidelines to ensure efficiency and optimal performance.

Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has called for stricter mining regulations, warning that unregulated black sand extraction could lead to environmental damage. The state currently has 40 active mineral titles, including licenses for ilmenite and titanium mining.

Bayelsa State Police are searching for the parents of four children rescued in Ekeremor and Yenagoa LGAs, urging the public to provide information for reunification.

Bayelsa State in Nigeria is warning orphanage operators to comply with child adoption laws or face sanctions, as the government strengthens policies to protect children.

Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State revealed he experienced 'spiritual pressure' before choosing Dr. Peter Akpe as his new deputy governor, following the death of Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo in December 2025.

The Bayelsa State Government has successfully intervened to resolve a long-standing leadership dispute in the Twon-Brass Kingdom, leading to an agreement for all parties to withdraw court cases and ensure peace.

Police in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, have confirmed a false bandit alarm in Yenagoa, restoring calm after panic-induced closures. Residents are urged to disregard unverified news.

Hundreds of Ijaw youths gathered at the Federal High Court in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, to support a legal action demanding resource control and the creation of additional local government areas.

Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) has empowered 1,000 women in Bayelsa state with N250,000 each as part of its corporate social responsibility initiative.

The Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, honored his late mother, Mrs. Rose Diri, at her 13th memorial service, describing her as a woman of virtue.

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has dismissed the paramount ruler, chiefs, and youth groups of Ogboinbiri community. This action follows a violent crisis in the area.

Authorities in Bayelsa state quickly repaired dangerous potholes on a local road, just hours after a viral video brought widespread attention to the hazardous conditions. The video had shown a man raising an alarm about the deep potholes.

A presidential visit to Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa State, Nigeria, on April 10, 2026, brought a sense of calm and anticipation to residents, despite the usual humid conditions.

After six decades of anticipation, communities in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, celebrated the inauguration of a new road, with President Bola Tinubu personally attending the event.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu inaugurated a 60-megawatt gas turbine plant and other significant infrastructure projects in Bayelsa State. These projects include a major bridge, a road, and a dual-carriageway in Yenagoa.

The Bayelsa State Government has declared Friday a work-free day and ordered the closure of markets in anticipation of President Bola Tinubu's visit to the state.

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri is reviewing a panel's recommendation to establish a Ministry of Higher Education to oversee the state's expanding tertiary institutions.

The Bayelsa State Independent Electoral Commission has announced April 3, 2027, as the date for chairmanship and councillorship elections across the state's local government areas, releasing the full timetable and details.

Governor Diri of Bayelsa State, Nigeria, has pledged support to the military in the region.

Ambakina Moses Jitoboh died suddenly on 28 December 2025. He was born on 1 June 1970 to a father from Trofani, in Sagbama Local Government Area of Nigeria’s Bayelsa State. Jitoboh’s death occurred in the week before he was due to travel out of the country for a break. The journey that he eventually got […] The post Remembering Ambakina Moses Jitoboh, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Bayelsa State assembly has confirmed an RCCG pastor as the new deputy governor.

By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State government has approved the appointment of 18 new Permanent Secretaries to strengthen its civil service and enhance service delivery across ministries, departments, and agencies. In a statement issued by the Chairman of the Bayelsa State Civil Service Commission, Mr. Buruboyefe Perekiye John, the appointments were approved by Governor […] The post Bayelsa Govt appoints 18 new permanent secretaries appeared first on Vanguard News.

Bayelsa State Police successfully rescued 42-year-old Esther Chinedu after she spent weeks in a kidnappers’ den, detailing the operation and her husband’s ordeal.

The Bayelsa State Electricity Regulatory Agency (BYERA) has issued a 20-year electricity distribution license to the Bayelsa Electricity Distribution Company Limited (BYEDC), advancing the state's efforts to establish local electricity regulation.

Governor Diri of Bayelsa State has called on the newly inaugurated Bayelsa Elders Council to maintain objectivity and political neutrality in their advisory capacity to the state government.

Residents of Obogoro, a riverside community in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, are fighting for survival as severe erosion from the Ekole River continues to engulf homes and displace families.

The Nigerian Navy conducted a raid on a suspected militant camp in Fununu Community, Bayelsa State, leading to the arrest of three associates of a wanted kingpin.

The PDP chairman stated that Bayelsa State's economic hardship is due to misplaced spending priorities rather than a lack of revenue, urging Governor Diri to launch social interventions.

A report details how former Bayelsa State Governor Sylva's alleged donations to last year's failed coup against the President Tinubu administration were disbursed to suspects.

The Bayelsa State Government has inaugurated committees to plan its historic 30th-anniversary celebration, marking three decades of progress and development in the state.

A recent oil spill on June 25, 2026, in Azuzuama, Bayelsa State, Nigeria, has brought renewed hardship and uncertainty to the riverside community, which is now assessing its losses.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted a three-day period of sunshine and cloudiness, with moderate rains expected over parts of Ondo, Ogun, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers, Lagos, and Bayelsa states in southern Nigeria starting Sunday.

The Otakeme community in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, has elected Mr. Gospel Obolo as its paramount ruler, ending a 55-year interregnum. The new monarch has pledged to foster unity and development within the community.

Bayelsa State Police have arrested three ministry staff members for allegedly stealing N500 million worth of government equipment, including a generator and a forklift.

Police in Bayelsa State are investigating the death of a tricycle rider, while the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has denied any involvement in the incident.

A commercial tricycle passenger was killed in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, after a road accident involving a truck and a tricycle. Conflicting accounts have emerged regarding the incident, which occurred on the Okaka stretch of Melford Okilo Road.

Bayelsa State Police are investigating the mysterious death of a phone repairer who was found naked in a guest house in Yenagoa.

The Bayelsa State Government has refuted reports claiming it blamed President Tinubu's administration for the state's poverty rate, calling the allegations false and misleading.

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has constituted a five-member interim board to oversee Bayelsa United FC, with the goal of returning the club to the NPFL.

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has approved the removal of His Highness Chief Wilcox Job Seiyefa from the Ebeniken chieftaincy stool and established a caretaker committee for Ogboinbiri.

Dr. Domor Mienye, a governorship aspirant in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, under the APGA platform, has advocated for a comprehensive overhaul of governance, economic planning, and development priorities in the state.

The Bayelsa State APC chairman has lauded President Tinubu's performance, stating he has achieved over 90% of his goals and that the opposition poses no threat to the party. This assessment highlights confidence in the current administration's achievements.

Bayelsa State government has disclosed that its monthly wage bill has reached ₦13 billion, detailing the expenditure and noting a gross revenue of ₦42.3 billion in March 2026.

The Bayelsa state government in Nigeria has yet to finalize the tariff structure for its independent power plant, while residents report aggressive revenue collection by the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company since regular power supply resumed.

Residents of Amorokeni community in Bayelsa State are appealing to the government for essential amenities such as roads, healthcare, and electricity, citing prolonged neglect.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is reportedly moving to capitalize on the fallout and controversies within the All Progressives Congress (APC) following its primaries in Bayelsa State.

Reuben Okoya, a former governorship aspirant for the PDP, along with other prominent political figures in Bayelsa State, have announced their defection to the newly formed Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has officially presented an Air Operator Certificate to Pioneer Airline, a carrier owned by Bayelsa State, allowing it to commence commercial flight operations.

The Nigerian Navy has intensified its crackdown on crude oil theft in the Niger Delta, dismantling illegal refining camps and disrupting oil theft networks in Rivers and Bayelsa states. The post Navy…

The Bayelsa State Police Command has announced the arrest of 26 suspects for various crimes, including robbery and cultism, and the recovery of a stolen bus valued at ₦145 million.

Bayelsa State Governor Diri has stated that a combination of kinetic (military) and non-kinetic (youth empowerment) strategies is necessary to effectively combat insecurity.

A commissioner from Bayelsa State, along with several supporters of Governor Diri, have officially defected to the NDC party. This move marks a significant political shift in the state, potentially ahead of the 2027 elections.

Bayelsa State in Nigeria is partnering with the PIND foundation to provide vocational skills training to 2,000 youths, aiming to combat unemployment and boost economic opportunities.

President Bola Tinubu has showered praise on Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, describing him as a “very progressive governor” who has demonstrated the “power of very purposeful leadership.” The…

Residents of Akeddei community in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, are optimistic as significant progress is reported on a solar hybrid minigrid project, expected to provide reliable electricity to the area.

Residents across Bayelsa State, Nigeria, braved heavy rainfall in Yenagoa to demonstrate their support for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in a show of political strength before upcoming elections.

A former Governor of Bayelsa State and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Henry Seriake Dickson, on Monday said many Nigerians are increasingly frustrated with the current state of affairs in the country and are eager for political change ahead of the 2027 general elections. Dickson stated this in Abuja during the unveiling of the digital membership Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-nigerians-angry-hungry-for-change-dickson/

By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State, Hon. Warman Ogoriba, has dismissed opposition parties’ hopes of an internal implosion in the party, describing it as a “pipe dream.” Ogoriba, who spoke during a call with the state and local government coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA), […] The post Opposition’s wait for implosion in Bayelsa APC pipe dream – Ogoriba appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has appealed to host communities in Bayelsa State to take ownership and safeguard its projects from widespread vandalism.

A tragic accident in Ibelebiri, Bayelsa State, Nigeria, resulted in five deaths, including a tricycle driver and four children, when a fuel tanker collided with their vehicle.

Three persons have been killed in a violent cult clash at the Igbogene suburb of Yenagoa, Bayelsa State capital. The post 3 killed in Bayelsa cult clash appeared first on Vanguard News.

At least three persons have been killed in a violent cult clash in the Igbogene suburb of Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital. The post Three killed in Bayelsa cult clash appeared first on Vanguard News.

Bayelsa State has approved the Consolidated Academic Staff Union of Universities (CATA) and Consolidated Tertiary Institutions Salary Structure (CONTTA) for its state-owned universities. The state government also urged the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to call off its ongoing strike.

The Women for 35% Initiative of the AJU Morgan Elumelu Foundation has condemned the impeachment of Hon. Alice Tangi Allen, Chairman of Sagbama Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, by the state House of Assembly.

The Governor of Bayelsa State has expressed no regrets in choosing his deputy, praising Akpe's humility and capacity in office.

An environmentalist claims that oil companies in Bayelsa, Nigeria, one of the country's most polluted states, have failed to adequately clean up contaminated areas, resorting to superficial measures instead of proper remediation.

Former First Lady Dame Patience Jonathan, Bayelsa State Governor Senator Douye Diri, and NDDC Managing Director Dr. Samuel Ogbuku have praised Azikel Group for its industrialization efforts in Bayelsa.

Bayelsa State stakeholders, including government and partners, have committed to new nutrition interventions to protect children from malnutrition and improve health outcomes.

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Zone B South-South, has given an ultimatum to the Bayelsa State Government and police to find the killers of a former student leader.

Nigerian Navy personnel from Forward Operating Base Formoso rescued two teenagers after their boat capsized in Egweama Community, Bayelsa State.

A prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Bayelsa State, along with his supporters, has rejoined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The PDP chairman used the occasion to urge the state government to address poverty and unemployment.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State has registered over 500 support groups to strengthen its grassroots structure and boost voter engagement ahead of future elections.

The Bayelsa State Government has refuted reports regarding the relocation of the Niger Delta University (NDU) College of Health Sciences, dismissing the speculation as false and unfounded.

Dr. Domor Mienye, a governorship aspirant for the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, has called on voters to prioritize competence and capacity over age or political experience in the upcoming elections.

The Bayelsa State Government has announced new welfare packages for its civil servants, local government, and education workers, which include various allowances and promotion arrears.

The NDPHC has commenced the rehabilitation of the 225MW Gbarain Power Plant in Bayelsa State, aiming to boost Nigeria’s electricity supply.

Bayelsa State Police Command has arrested a 68-year-old man and his son for allegedly possessing four single-barrel guns concealed in a sack.

Traditional rulers and youth leaders in Southern Ijaw, Bayelsa State, inspected the newly completed Angiama-Oporoma Bridge following reports of alleged vandalism. They pledged to protect the infrastructure.

Tension has escalated in the Biseni clan of Bayelsa State, Nigeria, following the arrest of several youths and a confrontation between protesting women and security personnel that reportedly left at least four people injured.

The Bayelsa State Police Command arrested Promise Etete for circulating false information about a bandit attack and also apprehended a monarch’s son for attempted murder.

Bayelsa state reported spending a total of N26.1 billion on salary-related components for the months of April and May, while also receiving a FAAC inflow of N76.1 billion.

Governor Diri announced that Bayelsa State has achieved the lowest crime rate in Nigeria, attributing this success to sustained efforts in maintaining law and order and implementing justice reforms.

The Bayelsa State Government has commenced a large-scale project to desilt water channels in Yenagoa, aiming to prevent flooding during the 2026 rainy season.

Anatolia Energy has provided leadership training to members of the Nembe Okiori Host Community Development Trust, aiming to empower them to drive sustainable development initiatives in Bayelsa State.

Former Bayelsa State Governor Seriake Dickson is set to inaugurate the Nigeria Democratic Congress's 21-member Selection Committee in Abuja, part of preparations for the general election.

Hon. Tare Porri, representing Ekeremor Constituency One, has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress (APC) Bayelsa State House of Assembly primary election.

The International Federation of the Red Cross and the EU are working to build capacity and prepare communities in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, for potential flooding. Local leaders report improved readiness for future flood events.

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has approved 108 housing units and the payment of promotion arrears for civil servants during the May Day celebration in Yenagoa.

The Bayelsa State Government has declared a dusk-to-dawn curfew on Ogboinbiri Community following a violent clash that resulted in one death.

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo commissioned the Agbura–Swali Road and the Referral Hospital Oporoma in Bayelsa State, commending Governor Diri's infrastructural drive.

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri confirmed that the 60MW gas turbine plant, the state's Independent Power Project (IPP), is on schedule and undergoing final installations, dismissing claims of it being a failed project.

The Nigerian Navy has arrested some of its officers following a viral clash with soldiers in Bayelsa State, which occurred during President Tinubu’s visit.

President Bola Tinubu praised Governor Douye Diri for transformative infrastructure projects in Bayelsa State, including power, roads, and bridges, and pledged continued federal support.

A 20-year-old woman was tragically killed by a stray bullet during a suspected cult clash in Amassoma, Bayelsa State, prompting a police investigation.

The Bayelsa State Independent Electoral Commission (BYSIEC) has fixed April 3, 2027, for the conduct of chairmanship and councillorship elections across the eight local government areas of Bayelsa State.

George Idumange, the primary suspect in the murder of Bayelsa State estate agent Richard Ekpebu, along with four others, has been arraigned before the State High Court on a 12-count charge and subsequently remanded in prison.

Seriake Dickson, former Governor of Bayelsa State and Senator, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the newly registered Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).

A pastor and his wife have been arrested by the police in Bayelsa State over allegations of raping a 13-year-old girl, a relative of the wife, in Yenagoa. The post Pastor, wife arrested for alleged…

Five people, including four children, were killed when a fuel tanker collided with a tricycle, popularly known as a Keke Napep, in Ibelebiri, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. The post 5 dead as fuel tanker crushes tricycle in Bayelsa appeared first on Vanguard News.

THE demolition of a notorious settlement in Yenizue-Gene, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State capital, has been commended by residents, who described the government’s action as “long overdue.” The post Residents praise Bayelsa govt’s demolition of notorious shanty settlement appeared first on Vanguard News.