Bayelsa Tourism Commissioner Welcomes Return of Musical Artiste Awards
By Jonah Fubara, YENAGOA – The Bayelsa State Commissioner for Tourism Development, Hon. Alla John, has welcomed the return of the Bayelsa Musical Artiste Awards (BMAA), describing the initiative as an important platform for celebrating musical talents and promoting the state’s entertainment industry.
John gave the commendation when the organising team of BMAA 2026 paid him a courtesy visit in his office in Yenagoa to formally announce the return of the awards, tagged Beyond the Plains Edition.
The awards ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, November 8, 2026, at the Diepreye Alamieyeseigha Banquet Hall, Yenagoa.
The Commissioner expressed delight at the return of the awards and commended the organisers for sustaining a platform that recognises, celebrates and promotes Bayelsa musical talents over the years.
He also pledged his support for the success of this year’s edition and promised to attend the ceremony, signalling his commitment to initiatives that provide opportunities for young people to showcase their creative abilities.
John encouraged Bayelsa youths to remain creative and focused, urging them to take advantage of platforms such as BMAA to promote their talents and gain wider recognition.
He noted that initiatives that celebrate home-grown talents can help encourage young people to pursue their creative ambitions and contribute to the growth of the state’s entertainment industry.
The organising team expressed appreciation to the Commissioner for his warm reception, encouragement and commitment to supporting the awards.
The 2026 edition of BMAA, under the theme Beyond the Plains Edition, is expected to bring together music talents, entertainment stakeholders and other guests to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Bayelsa artistes.
