Bayelsa Declares Holiday Ahead of President Tinubu’s Visit

The Bayelsa State Government has announced a work-free day on Friday to mark President Bola Tinubu’s one-day visit to the state. Markets will also remain closed as part of the preparations. State Commissioner for Information, Orientation and Strategy Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai said the holiday will allow workers and residents to join the events. “We are ready to receive the father of our nation for the inauguration of four legacy projects,” she stated in Yenagoa. President Tinubu is set to commission a state-owned gas turbine at Opolo-Elebele, a 60 km dual carriageway linking Onopa to the LNG axis, and a 630-metre bridge connecting Angiama and Oporoma. Residents and traders have been urged to comply with the directive and welcome the President.

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