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Bayelsa State

Capital: Yenagoa

2.3M
Population
10,773 km²
Land Area
Yenagoa
Capital
Oil & Gas
Major Sector

About Bayelsa State

Bayelsa is one of the 36 states in Nigeria, known for oil & gas. With a population of approximately 2.3M, the state plays a significant role in Nigeria's oil & gas sector and continues to witness rapid development in infrastructure and education.

Latest News from Bayelsa

Protests Spread Across Nigeria After Abduction of Oyo Schoolchildren Sparks Nationwide Outcry

Seven teachers and about 25 students abducted in Oriire, Oyo State attack; teachers go on strike as protests erupt in Lagos, Ogun,...

03 Jun 2026