The 1952 Census Reports the ljaws of the Niger Delta region was recognized as one of the ten major ethnic groups with a population of 0.9 million. During the colonial administration, a separate province was created for them. The amalgamation of Southern and Northern Protectorates in 1914 triggered the fear among minority ethnic groups of…

Diepreye Solomon Peter Alamieyeseigha (DSP) (16 November 1952 – 10 October 2015) was the first elected Executive Governor of Bayelsa State as a member of the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP). He was sworn into office in 29 May 1999 and ran his tenure till 9 December 2005. Bayelsa Bayelsa is a state in Nigeria.…

Navy Captain Phillip Oladipo Ayeni (February 1949 – 21 April 2017) was the first Administrator of Bayelsa State, Nigeria after it had been created, holding office from October 1996 to February 1997 during the military regime of General Sani Abacha. Bayelsa Bayelsa is a state in Nigeria. It is located in the southern part of…

Bayelsa State of Nigeria was created from old Rivers State on October 1st, 1996 by General Sani Abacha. The name “BAYELSA” was derived from three local government area acronyms namely Brass (BA), Yenagoa (YE) and Sagbama (SA). More on Bayelsa Bayelsa is a state in Nigeria. It is located in the southern part of the…

In line with the vision of the founding fathers of the state and given the Government’s stand on Ijaw mobilization, Ijaw integration and the need to promote Ijaw fundamental interest, which clearly is not subordinate to any other interests, the Government of Bayelsa State made a state-owned emblem to mark and strengthen our sense of…

Flag of Bayelsa State and its meaning White Colour Represents purity, honour and truthfulness of the people and their quest for justice. Blue Colour Represents the abundance of waters and their inherent resources. Red Colour Represents the memory and sacrifices of our heroes. Green Colour Represents rich vegetation. Three Stars Represent the hopes and aspirations…

Flag & coat of arms of Bayelsa State, Nigeria Coat of arms The Bayelsa State’s official symbol of identity was unveiled on 1st October, 2012 Description LEOPARDDenotes, Strength, resilience and a major cultural heritage of the Ijaw people. SHARKThe aquatic mastery and strength of the people PALM TREESignifies agriculture of Ijaw people which was the mainstay of the economy before the discovery of oil. SUNLight of the…

Coat of arms of Bayelsa State, Nigeria The Bayelsa State’s official symbol of identity was unveiled on 1st October, 2012 Description LEOPARDDenotes, Strength, resilience and a major cultural heritage of the Ijaw people. SHARKThe aquatic mastery and strength of the people PALM TREESignifies agriculture of Ijaw people which was the mainstay of the economy before the discovery of oil. SUNLight of the people FISHING ACTIVITIES & CANOEThe…

The official symbol, coat of arms of Bayelsa State The Bayelsa State’s official symbol of identity was unveiled on 1st October, 2012 Description of Bayelsa State symbol LEOPARDDenotes, Strength, resilience and a major cultural heritage of the Ijaw people. SHARKThe aquatic mastery and strength of the people PALM TREESignifies agriculture of Ijaw people which was the mainstay of the economy before the discovery of oil. SUNLight…

The official symbol of Bayelsa State, Nigeria The Bayelsa State’s official symbol of identity was unveiled on 1st October, 2012 Description LEOPARDDenotes, Strength, resilience and a major cultural heritage of the Ijaw people. SHARKThe aquatic mastery and strength of the people PALM TREESignifies agriculture of Ijaw people which was the mainstay of the economy before the discovery of oil. SUNLight of the people FISHING ACTIVITIES & CANOEThe…