Sagbama Acting Chairman, Mrs Yankee-Robinson Joins Gov. Diri At Opening Of Ayalla Hotels Extension

The Acting Chairman of Sagbama Local Government Area, Hon. (Mrs) Diepriye Roseline Yankee-Robinson, on Tuesday joined Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, and other distinguished guests at the official opening of the Ayalla Hotels Extension in Kpansia, Yenagoa.

The opening event, was attended by top government officials, traditional leaders, business leaders, community stakeholders and others to celebrate the expansion of the hospitality facility owned by Chief Robert Ayalla Enogha, a Bayelsan entrepreneur with sustained investment in hospitality.

The official opening ceremony, which was performed by the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, he commended the expansion of the hospitality business, and highlighted the growing role of private-sector investments in the economic growth and development of the State.

Speaking on the significance of the investment, the Sagbama Acting Chairman, Mrs Yankee-Robinson commended Chief Robert Ayalla Enogha for his vision consistency, and commitment to investing in the state’s hospitality, and other sectors.

She noted that such private-sector investments were important to the growth of Bayelsa State’s economy, most especially the creation of an environment that encourages more entrepreneurs to establish and expand businesses within the state.

The Acting Chairman stated that the expansion of existing businesses demonstrates the confidence of investors in Bayelsa’s economic prospects, noting that indigenous investments represents a positive development towards economic diversification, employment and improved commercial activities.

She emphasized that private investments in the hospitality sector could generate employment opportunities for residents, create business opportunities for suppliers and service providers, and stimulate economic activities across different segments of the local economy.

Mrs Yankee-Robinson encouraged other Bayelsans, particularly business owners and prospective investors, to emulate Chief Ayalla’s commitment to expanding business opportunities within the state and beyond.

She stressed that sustainable economic development required cooperation between government and private investors, with both sectors playing complementary roles in creating opportunities and improving the living standards of the people.

The official opening of the Ayalla Hotels Extension represents an expansion of private hospitality infrastructure in Yenagoa, the state capital, where the demand for quality accommodation and related services boost tourism including social engagements in the State.

Mrs Yankee-Robinson therefore congratulated Chief Robert Ayalla Enogha on the expansion of his hospitality business and expressed hope that the investment would contribute meaningfully to the growth of the sector, and inspire others to invest in Bayelsa State.

Office of the Acting Chairman, Sagbama Local Government Area
Thursday, 15th October, 2026