Bayelsa Government Declares 3-Day Mourning for Late Deputy Governor Ewhrudjakpo

The Bayelsa State government has announced a 3-day mourning period following the sudden death of Deputy Governor Ewhrudjakpo, who collapsed during official duties. Governor Douye Diri confirmed the tragic incident, expressing shock and declaring flags to fly at half-mast.

The People's Democratic Party (PDP) also mourned the loss. Ewhrudjakpo's death has been described as a major loss to the state by State Commissioner for Information and Orientation Strategy, Mr. Ebiuw Koku Obiyai.