The Bayelsa State Government has declared Friday, April 10, 2026, a work-free day and ordered the closure of markets ahead of the visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the state.
The announcement was made on Thursday in Yenagoa by the Commissioner for Information, Orientation and Strategy, Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai.
She said the decision was taken to enable residents fully participate in activities lined up for the President’s one-day official visit.
Tinubu is expected to inaugurate several key infrastructure projects during the visit, including a state-owned gas turbine at Opolo-Elebele, a 60-kilometre dual carriageway from Onopa to the LNG axis, and a 630-metre bridge linking Angiama to Oporoma in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area.
The commissioner urged residents, including traders, to comply with the directive and turn out en masse to welcome the President.
According to the government, the measures are aimed at ensuring a smooth and successful visit.
