Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Henry Seriake Dickson says, the Heroes Park, the proposed burial site for the late former National Security Adviser, General Andrew Owoye Azazi in Yenagoa will henceforth be the final resting place for all true legends and heroes of the State.
According to him, the Heroes Park will also serve as a monumental and historic site, as well as a constant reminder of those that gave their all to the service of the State and Nation at various times and a source of inspiration to Bayelsans, both present and in the future.
He said great sons of Bayelsa like Late Major Isaac Jasper Adaka Boro, Ernest Ikoli amongst others are going to be strategically placed in the Heroes Park as a mark of honour and respect for their selfless and committed service to Bayelsa, the Ijaw Nation and Nigeria in general.
Governor Dickson stated that, the Heroes Park will also become a unique Tourism destination, not only for the Ijaw Nation, but to other Nigerians and people from other parts of the world.
Government’s intention, he noted is to make the Heroes Park a regular Tourist site like the famous Lincoln Memorial and Ground Zero in the United States, among others.
Meanwhile, a Government House statement says, a number high profile guests are expected to attend the burial activities of late General Owoye Azazi this weekend in Yenagoa.
Expected to arrive in the Bayelsa State capital from Today are former Heads of State, State Governors, members of the National Assembly, top Military Officers both serving and retired as well as members of the diplomatic corp.
The statement also called on Bayelsans to participate fully in the burial programmes as that is one way by which we can honour a worthy son, who rendered quality service the State and the Country.
