Mr Ewhrudjakpo died on December 11, 2025, at the age of 60.
Mr Diri said the directive became imperative in light of the recent death of the deputy governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.
The president described Mr Ewhrudjakpo as a diligent and patriotic public servant who served Bayelsa State with commitment and selflessness.
The former president described Mr Ewhrudjakpo as a devoted public servant.
Mr Idahosa extended heartfelt condolences to Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa, the Ewhrudjakpo family, and the people of the state over the loss.
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Mr Ewhrudjakpo’s media aide, Doubara Atasi, could not be reached for comment as his contact was unreachable.
He assured that the administration would continue to expand the frontiers of educational development.
Mr Ewhrudjakpo stated the need for drastic measures to address the deficiency in ethics among most young law graduates and some practising lawyers.
He called on religious bodies and residents to make their children available for immunisation.
Mr Ewhrudjakpo warned that the government would hold community leaders, including CDC chairmen and youth presidents, responsible in the event of further violence.
