“No Excuses, No Movement: Bayelsa Govt Issues Strict Sanitation Order for Nov. 29”
By Passman Akpos
The Bayelsa State Environmental Sanitation Authority has issued an official notice declaring that the monthly environmental sanitation exercise for November will hold on Saturday, November 29, 2025, across the state.
According to the announcement signed by High Chief Timothy Diekivie Itiedu, Chairman of the Environmental Sanitation Authority, all residents are required to participate fully in the cleanup activities. The exercise will run between 7:00am and 10:00am, during which movement will be strictly restricted.
The Authority emphasized that every household and business must take responsibility for cleaning their surroundings, cutting overgrown grasses, clearing gutters, and opening natural waterways to prevent flooding. Residents are also urged to properly dispose of refuse, especially debris removed from drains and canals, at approved dumpsites to stop them from being washed back into waterways.
Workers on essential duties are expected to secure official clearance documents from the Authority to enable them move during the restriction hours.
The announcement praised communities across the Yenagoa metropolis for their consistent cooperation, acknowledging notable support from market leaders at Swali, Kpansia, Opolo, Etegwe, and other business hubs who have continued to mobilize traders for active participation.
Corporate organizations were also encouraged to collaborate with the government to maintain a cleaner and healthier environment.
In a firm new directive, the Authority warned that playing football, riding bicycles, or any recreational street activities will no longer be tolerated during the sanitation hours.
Reiterating its message, the Bayelsa Sanitation Authority noted that keeping the environment clean is a collective responsibility, urging all residents to join hands toward sustaining a clean and green Bayelsa State.
