A-60-year-old man, Pentecost Elijah, has been arrested in connection with a suspected IED explosion which occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, within the state secretariat complex, Yenagoa.
The suspected who is said to hail from Otuan Community in Southern Ijaw LGA, Bayelsa State, was arrested at the scene.
He is said to be currently undergoing interrogation at the State Criminal Investigation Department.
A statement by the state police command, the suspect will be charged to court upon conclusion of the investigation.
“The Bayelsa State Police Command wish to inform the general public of a suspected IED explosion which occurred today, 11th February 2026, at about 0600hrs within the State Secretariat Complex.
“The Commissioner of Police, Bayelsa State Command CP Iyamah Daniel Edebor psc, IICFIP, foosi, immediately led the Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Unit, Special Drone Unit and other Tactical Teams to the scene.
“On arrival at the scene the operatives of the Explosive Ordinance Unit swiftly contained the explosion.
“The area was immediately cordoned off and upon detailed search one unexploded IED was indentified by EOD operatives and was rendered safe. No live lost, no property destroyed.
“The situation is under control and normalcy has been restored. Members of the public are advised to remain calm and continue with their lawful business activities”, the statement read.
