Samuel oniso

CEO, The NATURES MAGAZINE, NATURALsam IDEAS newsletter.
AUTHOR, ABC of changing lives, EARN YOUR RESPECT, The Destructive Existence of Cultism in Nigeria, etc.

[Governor Douye Diri @govdouyediri]

On the gracious invitation of the country’s Prime Minister, The Rt. Honourable Ntsokoane Samuel Matekane, I was at Lesotho’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Maseru, the capital city, on Sunday, October 4, 2026.

The 60th independence anniversary of the small, landlocked Southern African nation of picturesque mountain ranges came on the heels of our state’s recent 30th anniversary, which was rounded off on October 1, 2026.

I witnessed an excited people and country roll out the drums in celebration of their freedom.

Lesotho shares some striking similarities with Bayelsa. Like our state, it has a population of less than three million people. Equally, a resilient people like Bayelsans, they have been able to tame their environment to their benefit and have bright economic prospects.

The visit offered me an opportunity to engage with the top echelon of the country’s leadership and we held fruitful meetings on areas of economic cooperation between our state and the Southern African nation.

I was particularly honoured to be the guest of the Prime Minister, who despite being a reputable businessman and the country’s wealthiest man even before assuming office in 2022, displayed exceptional hospitality towards me and my delegation.

The country’s political head hosted us for the night in his community, Mantsonyane, took us to worship the next day at the St. Lawrence Catholic Church, and personally chauffeured me as he drove us round on a tour of his ancient but naturally beautiful hometown.

The visit left us with fond memories of a leader’s humility and passion for his country’s development.

On behalf of the Government and People of Bayelsa State, I again extend warm felicitations to the King, the Government and People of the Kingdom of Lesotho.

Happy 60th Independence Anniversary!

[Samuel oniso @OnisoSamuel]

@Prosperitygov @OjyOkpe The boat regatta was one of those moments where you just remember, “Yes, this is Bayelsa.”

Our waterways are a big part of who we are.

#BayelsaAt30 #BayelsaCelebratingLegacies

[Bayelsa Government New Media @Prosperitygov]

Bayelsa @30: Gov. Diri says Ijaw culture beautiful

Cultural float, boat regatta, traditional performances at the Ox-Bow Lake Pavillion as part of activities to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Bayelsa creation.

[Bayelsa Government New Media @Prosperitygov]

Bayelsa@30: Ijaw culture truly beautiful. Governor Douye Diri, thrills the crowd, participates in the boat regatta at Ox-Bow Lake.

#BayelsaAt30

[Bayelsa Government New Media @Prosperitygov]

Bayelsa@30: The memories of the celebration still with us.
Our Miracle Governor, His Excellency, Senator Douye Diri, is a hot stepper.

Sensational music star, B2S and Tare Oge crooner thrilled the governor and the gathering at the Ijaw Language Awareness Programme. #BayelsaAt30

[Jasmine ⭐ @Only_Jasmine01]

Happy 30th anniversary to Bayelsa.

To everyone who has contributed to the story in one way or another — thank you.

Here’s to the next chapter.

#BayelsaAt30

[victory alpheaus @beckonias]

Bayelsa@30:Celebrating Legacies

Truly, the New Yenagoa City is a legacy project in our journey to building a befitting capital city.

#BayelsaAt30
#BayelsaCelebratingLegacies

~SDD

[Jasmine ⭐ @Only_Jasmine01]

Some of the best parts of this anniversary have been the simple moments — people meeting, laughing, taking pictures and just enjoying being Bayelsans.

That’s what home feels like.

#BayelsaAt30

[Alexandro @Utdalexandro]

Oxbow Lake was a whole different vibe concert night!

From Timaya , Timi Dakolo, Fege Daddy to our other Bayelsa talents, the music, energy and crowd were everything.

Bayelsa really showed up.

#BayelsaAt30

[Alexandro @Utdalexandro]

Bayelsa is 30!

Seeing the colours, the people, the culture and the excitement around Yenagoa these past few days has been something else.

Happy birthday to our state.

#BayelsaAt30

[Her Excellency Bridget @ebikebridget]

One thing about Bayelsa, our culture is beautiful.

The dances, the outfits, the music, the different traditions… you just have to be proud of where you come from.

#BayelsaAt30 #BayelsaCelebratingLegacies

[Isaac Dinipre Anointed @Luckero1]

The boat regatta was one of those moments where you just remember, “Yes, this is Bayelsa.”

Our waterways are a big part of who we are.

#BayelsaAt30 #BayelsaCelebratingLegacies

[Alexandro @Utdalexandro]

Looking at everything happening around Bayelsa@30, one thing is clear:

There is a lot to celebrate, but there is also a lot to look forward to.

#BayelsaAt30

[Success Onyeche @SuccessOnyeche]

Bayelsa@30:Celebrating Legacies

Behold, A New Yenagoa City.
Under Governor Diri, a new city has emerged, well planned with over six dualised roads.
This is massive progress and urbanisation of the state capital.

#BayelsaAt30
#BayelsaCelebratingLegacies

[Ozatow_90 @ozat90]

Bayelsa@30:Celebrating Legacies

Our culture, our pride.

Governor Douye Diri, is a man of culture. Boat regatta was massive during the celebration.

#BayelsaAt30
#BayelsaCelebratingLegacies

[Fievie @DiaryofEpieBoy]

Thirty years is not a small thing.

There have been good times, difficult times, changes and plenty of lessons along the way.

But here we are.

Still moving.

#BayelsaAt30 #BayelsaCelebratingLegacies

[OLUBU ADE 👑 @tokunboawo]

One thing this anniversary has reminded me of is that Bayelsa’s story didn’t start today.

A lot of people struggled, sacrificed and worked for the state we have now.

We should remember them.

#BayelsaAt30

[Okomi Godswill India (Okowill) @GodswillOkomi]

Senatorial roads advancing! The hinterlands connecting to Yenagoa. The local economies will have a positive shift.
Celebrating Bayelsa Promising Future #BayelsaAt30 #CelebratingLegacies

[Samuel oniso @OnisoSamuel]

Bayelsa@30:Celebrating Legacies

Behold, A New Yenagoa City.
Under Governor Diri, a new city has emerged, well planned with over six dualised roads.
This is massive progress and urbanisation of the state capital.

@OjyOkpe
#BayelsaAt30
#BayelsaCelebratingLegacies

[David Ugo @Davidugo01]

Bayelsa@30:Celebrating Legacies

Our culture, our pride.

Governor Douye Diri, is a man of culture. Boat regatta was massive during the celebration.

#BayelsaAt30
#BayelsaCelebratingLegacies