Bayelsa Approves State Emblem, Anthem, Coat Of Arms

Bayelsa State Government has approved a state emblem, anthem and coat of arms to mark and strengthen a sense of identity for the people of the state in line with the vision of the founding fathers of the state.It said the decision was informed by the  administration’s stand on Ijaw mobilisation, Ijaw integration and the need to promote Ijaw fundamental interests.Chief Press Secretary to Bayelsa State Governor, Mr Daniel Iworiso-Markson, in a statement, yesterday, said: “The decision was taken at the end of the 7th meeting of the State Executive Council. The State Executive Council approved a flag, state anthem and coat of arms for Bayelsa State, which will reflect the colours and symbols of the Ijaw nation and it will be put to use as soon as Governor Seriake Dickson, gives his accent to the law, which had just been passed by the state House of Assembly.