Latest news in bayelsa today
Here are some of the latest news updates from Bayelsa State, Nigeria:
Breaking News
- Bayelsa Guber: APC Candidate, David Lyon, Wins Election - The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared David Lyon, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as the winner of the Bayelsa State governorship election. Lyon won with a total of 352,552 votes, defeating his closest rival, Douye Diri of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who got 323,774 votes. (Source: Vanguard)
- Bayelsa Election: PDP Rejects Results, Demands Fresh Election - The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the results of the Bayelsa State governorship election, calling for a fresh election. The party's candidate, Douye Diri, has accused the APC of rigging the election. (Source: Premium Times)
Other News
- Bayelsa Government to Establish New University - The Bayelsa State government has announced plans to establish a new university in the state. The university, which will be located in the state capital, Yenagoa, is expected to cater to the educational needs of the state's growing population. (Source: This Day)
- Bayelsa to Host 2020 National Festival of Arts and Culture - The Bayelsa State government has announced that the state will host the 2020 National Festival of Arts and Culture (NAFEST). The festival, which is expected to attract artists and performers from across the country, will take place in November. (Source: The Nation)
- Bayelsa Government to Construct New Road Network - The Bayelsa State government has announced plans to construct a new road network in the state. The project, which is expected to cost N10 billion, will involve the construction of new roads and the rehabilitation of existing ones. (Source: Leadership)
Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest news, I recommend checking reputable news sources or official government websites.