Bayelsa Governor Diri Mobilizes Residents for Tinubu's Visit

Douye Diri, the Governor of Bayelsa State, has mobilized the people of Bayelsa to prepare for President Bola Tinubu's visit scheduled for April 10, 2026. Speaking during an Easter Sunday service at St.

Peter's Anglican Church in his hometown of Sampou, located in the Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area, Diri described the presidential visit as a significant opportunity for Bayelsans to showcase their renowned hospitality and warmth. He called for a massive turnout to welcome the President, emphasizing that peace and coexistence are defining traits of the Ijaw people.

Diri reaffirmed his administration's commitment to the state's development, particularly in infrastructure, tourism, and economic growth. He highlighted the importance of the 630-meter Angiama-Oporoma Bridge as a historical milestone for the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, underscoring the ongoing infrastructural drive that aims to position Bayelsa as a key player in economic development.