Bayelsa State Government Approves ₦45 Billion Contract for Construction of 9-Storey Secretariat Complex

The Bayelsa State Government has approved a N45 billion contract to build a new 9-storey secretariat complex in the state's capital, aimed at enhancing the working environment for civil servants.

This development was revealed during the 136th executive council meeting, chaired by Governor Douye Diri. At the meeting, the architectural plans for the new building were unveiled, according to a report by African Independent Television (AIT) on Friday.

Governor Diri explained that the decision to construct the secretariat was a response to civil servants' appeals for more office space, with the project designed to alleviate overcrowding and reduce the need to lease additional office spaces. Following the session, Bayelsa State's Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Moses Teibowei, elaborated on the project specifics.

Teibowei confirmed that the Central Procurement Board of Bayelsa State would oversee the contract, with the project expected to be completed within 30 months. The total budget for the construction is capped at N45 billion.

“The contract will be managed by the Central Procurement Board of Bayelsa State," he said. "The building will be a 9-storey structure, with the project timeline set at 30 months, and costs not exceeding N45 billion."

Bayelsa's Commissioner for Information, Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, added that the secretariat would feature modern amenities, including a crèche, to create a more conducive work environment for civil servants.

“We are expecting the new secretariat to include a crèche and other facilities,” she stated. “I believe that, once completed, it will significantly enhance both the well-being of workers and the overall appearance of the state.”