Former President Goodluck Jonathan says Bayelsa State has gained tremendously in its 30 years of existence, urging residents to appreciate the progress recorded while working towards achieving greater development.
Jonathan spoke on Thursday night at a dinner and award ceremony organised as part of activities marking the 30th anniversary of the creation of Bayelsa State.
The former President, who was among the personalities honoured at the event, said although the state had yet to attain its desired destination, its creation had given the people a distinct political identity and a homeland they could call their own.
He said, “We may not have reached where we are supposed to, but I’m happy where we are. I’m happy that Bayelsa State was created, and we have gained tremendously.”
Jonathan recalled that Bayelsa was created on October 1, 1996, by the then Head of State, General Sani Abacha, alongside Ebonyi and Ekiti states.
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