Oborevwori salutes Bishop David Oyedepo at 70
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated his spiritual father, founder and Presiding Bishop of Living Faith Church, Dr David Oyedepo, on his 70th birth anniversary. Oborevwori in a statement, by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, lauded Bishop Oyedepo for his immense contributions to the Lord's vineyard and nation-building. He said that Oyedepo had made indelible marks in christendom through his prayers, pragmatic teachings and grooming of God-fearing Christian faithful in the country and across the world. The Governor described Bishop
Nation Building: Oborevwori harps on imperative for effective women empowerment
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has called for the deepening of women economic empowerment and financial inclusion programmes across the country to enhance sustainable national development. Oborevwori made the call during the inauguration of Chairman, Co-Chairman and members of the Steering Committee of Nigeria for Women Project, NFWP, (A World Bank Initiative) on Wednesday, in Asaba. The State Focal Person and Commissioner for Economic Planning, Mr Sunny Ekedayen is Chairman, while the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Community and Social Development, Mrs Pat Ajudua, is
FOOD SECURITY: Oborevwori empowers 6,020 Delta farmers
.. Releases N1b AUDA- NEPAD Counterpart Fund Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, provided agricultural inputs to 6,020 farmers to boost agricultural production and food security in the state. Speaking during the flag-off of the disbursement of agricultural inputs to beneficiaries under the Result Area 2 - FADAMA (Food Security) of the Delta Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus, D-CARES, at the Events Centre, Asaba, Oborevwori announced the release of N1billion counterpart funding for the Africa Union Development Agency, New Partnership for African
Delta military, paramilitary youth enlistment awareness committee submits report to Gov Oborevwori
Delta State Awareness Creation Committee on Youth Enlistment In The Military and Paramilitary Services, on Monday, submitted her report to the State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, JP. Receiving the report on behalf of the governor, Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Emu, said government was, and still worried about the inability to fully take up the slots allocated to Delta, due to youths declining interest in military and Paramilitary services, prompting the inauguration of the special committee to address the problem. He assured that
Oborevwori Elated As Delta Wins 8th National Youth Games
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori , was understandably elated on Thursday as the state won the 2024 National Youth Games (NYG) tagged "Asaba 2024". The state topped the medals chart with a total of 111 medals to stamp its dominance of the games, having won it for 8th consecutive times since inception. Team Delta bagged 46 gold; 31 silver and 34 bronze medals to emerge 8th consecutive winners. Lagos State came second with a total of 65 medals comprising 26 gold; 20 silver and
Delta committed to prompt, sustainable pensions payment – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, restated his administration’s commitment to the prompt and sustainable payment of pensions and other emoluments of its employees. Governor Oborevwori, who disclosed that his administration had paid over N14.5 billion in view of various pension obligations, stated this during an interactive meeting with Permanent Secretaries, Directors and Heads of Parastatals, Departments and Agencies at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba. The Governor, who said the meeting was apt, called on the top bureaucrats to work closely with his
We’re running all inclusive govt in Delta – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday, said he was committed to running an all inclusive government that will give equal opportunities for all to excel including those living with disabilities. Governor Oborevwori, disclosed this while addressing the Delta State Association of the Deaf, who were in a solidarity visit to Government House, Asaba, as part of activities to mark the 2024 International Week of the Deaf with theme: "Sign up for sign language right". The Governor who spoke through the Chief of Staff, Government
D-CARES: Over 97,000 Deltans benefit from 4th phase disbursement
...We won't allow Deltans to suffer - Oborevwori Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, said his administration was determined to ensure that residents of the state do not unduly suffer from the economic hardship bedeviling the country. Governor Oborevwori, disclosed this at the flag-off of 4th disbursement of the Delta State Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus, D-CARES, held at the Events Centre, Asaba, at which 97,365 persons benefitted. The tally of beneficiaries on Tuesday brought the grand sum of beneficiaries of D-
Eid-El-Maulud: Oborevwori hails Muslims, urges prayers for Nigeria’s progress
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Muslims as they celebrate 2024 Eid-el-Maulud, marking the anniversary of the birth of Prophet Muhammad. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor urged Muslims to use the occasion to pray for the peace and prosperity of the state and country at large. According to Governor Oborevwori, the country was in dire strait which required the sincere prayers of all citizens to overcome the economic and security challenges currently
65th Coronation Anniversary: Oborevwori celebrates Owa Monarch, Efeizomor II
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Obi of Owa Kingdom, HRM Dr Emmanuel Efeizomor II, OON, on his 65th coronation anniversary. Oborevwori’s felicitation was contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, on Saturday in Asaba, wherein he extolled the revered traditional ruler as a man of peace who had persevered in providing loving, compassionate and effective leadership to his people. He stated that Obi Efeizomor, the immediate past Chairman of the Delta State Traditional Rulers Council, remained
