Thousands of Bayelsans on Saturday gathered to witness President Bola Ahmed Tinubu inaugurate three major projects in Bayelsa State, including a 60-megawatt independent gas-powered turbine valued at millions of naira.
The President, who was accompanied by notable dignitaries including former President Goodluck Jonathan, also commissioned the Sagbama–Ekeremor Road, the dualised new Yenagoa City Road, and the Yenagoa–Oporoma–Ukubie Road projects.
In his address, President Tinubu commended Douye Diri for what he described as purposeful leadership, stressing the need for stronger collaboration between the federal and state governments to drive development and progress.
He underscored the importance of power in industrialisation, skills development, empowerment, and overall economic growth.
The President, who observed a one-minute silence for soldiers killed in active service, acknowledged the economic hardship facing Nigerians and assured that measures were being implemented to ease their burden.
He also pledged increased support for the Nigerian Armed Forces through the provision of more arms and ammunition to enhance the fight against terrorism and insurgency.
‘We will continue to partner together to make it a Golden Delta. That is my assurance to the good people of Bayelsa State and Nigeria. We will remain focused on development that will make our nation great’, President Tinubu said.
He further emphasised the need for transparency and honesty in governance.
Governor Douye Diri expressed appreciation to President Tinubu for commissioning the projects, noting that federal policy interventions had contributed significantly to reforms, particularly in the power sector.
He said the projects would transform local development, stimulate economic activities, and improve the socioeconomic landscape of the state.
The governor also highlighted the completion of the Angiama–Oporoma Bridge, describing it as a long-abandoned federal project that had now been delivered under his administration.
According to him, the 630-metre bridge—promised more than six decades ago—would benefit over 60 communities and kingdoms across Southern Ijaw and Brass local government areas.
‘This initiative will significantly reduce travel time and transportation costs for residents’, Diri said.
He added that the projects mark a major step forward in improving infrastructure and enhancing the quality of life for people in Bayelsa State.
