The Bayelsa State House of Assembly Committee on Works and Infrastructure has expressed strong satisfaction with the progress of key infrastructural projects, including the Yenagoa-Oporoma Road and the new nine-storey State Secretariat building in Yenagoa. The committee gave this assessment during the second day of its six-day inspection tour, which took place on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
Chairman of the Committee, Retired Colonel Bernard Kenebai, stated that the pace and quality of work on the Yenagoa-Oporoma Road, particularly the Angiama–Oporoma/Otuan sections, have shown remarkable improvement since their last visit nine months ago. He reported that what was previously only sand-filled has now been upgraded to asphalt layers, with only two kilometers remaining to fully link Oporoma community.
Kenebai also commended the government for the progress on the Angiama-Eniwari Road. He noted that more than two kilometers of the road have already undergone clearing and sand filling, marking another milestone in the state’s infrastructure development drive.
In a similar vein, Hon. Chief Ayibanengiyefa Egba, who represents Yenagoa Constituency One, described the ongoing construction of the nine-storey State Secretariat as a symbol of pride for the people of Yenagoa and Bayelsa State at large. He praised the scale and design of the building and emphasized its significance to the state’s administrative structure.
Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, ESV Moses Teibowei, assured Bayelsans that the Ministry remains committed to ensuring all ongoing projects are completed on schedule and according to specification. He credited the consistent progress to the financial support and policy direction of Governor Douye Diri, stating that the governor’s dedication has been instrumental in sustaining project momentum across the state.
Lawmakers representing Southern Ijaw Constituencies Two and Three, Rt. Hon. Monday Obolo-Bubou and Hon. Moses Marlon, also participated in the inspection tour. They expressed gratitude to Governor Diri, project contractors, and the supervising ministry for their collective efforts in maintaining project standards and timelines. They emphasized the importance of the projects to the socio-economic development of their constituencies.
Project Manager of the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), Mr. Peter Pan, provided updates on the Angiama-Oporoma Road. He reported that the 630-metre section of the road is now 80 percent completed, with just two kilometers remaining before full connectivity to Oporoma is achieved. He revealed that the entire road network is expected to be completed and handed over by February 2026.
Regarding the State Secretariat, Engr. Tolulope Abolade, a representative of the construction company in charge, gave a technical breakdown of progress made. He disclosed that 238 foundation piles have already been drilled. He added that formwork and pile cap reinforcement are in progress, and vertical columns are now visible on site. The construction, he noted, has advanced significantly within just two months.
Abolade also described the architectural and functional features of the Secretariat building. The nine-storey structure will cover 3,600 square meters and include modern open-plan office layouts, a gym, a clinic, a restaurant, and multiple boardrooms. It will also feature solar energy systems and accessible infrastructure for people with disabilities, reflecting a commitment to both sustainability and inclusivity.
The inspection tour marks a critical moment in the state’s infrastructure evaluation process, providing a platform for lawmakers and government officials to assess firsthand the execution of key development projects. As the projects near completion, stakeholders reiterated the importance of maintaining both speed and quality to ensure long-term benefits for Bayelsa residents.
