Yenegoa, Administrative center in Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Yenegoa is the administrative capital of Bayelsa State and sits in the Niger Delta region. The town is shaped by rivers, swamps, and tropical rainforests that define its landscape.
Yenegoa became the capital of Bayelsa State in 1996, marking a shift in Nigeria's administrative boundaries. This decision reshaped the town's growth and importance.
The Ijaw people form the core population here and speak local dialects like Epie-Atissa and Ekpetiama that shape daily life. You hear these languages throughout the town, reflecting deep community roots.
The Bayelsa Airport has connected the town since 2019 with other Nigerian cities through regular domestic flights. Flying in is the most practical arrival option for outside visitors.
Bayelsa United and Bayelsa Queens both won the Aiteo Cup championships in their respective categories in 2021. This dual success shows the town's growing sports culture.
Location: Bayelsa State
Inception: October 1, 1996
GPS coordinates: 4.92500,6.26389
Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:29
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