Gov. Oborevwori Felicitates Ex-DSP, Sen. Omo-Agege at 62
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm felicitations to former Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, on the occasion of his 62nd birth anniversary. In a goodwill message released on Sunday in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori described Senator Omo-Agege as a distinguished Deltan and astute politician. He said: "On behalf of the government and people of Delta State, I congratulate my brother and former Deputy President of the Senate, Distinguished Senator Ovie Omo-Agege,
Oborevwori Mourns Ex-Assembly Clerk, Commissioner, Dan Okenyi
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Chief Dan Okenyi, a distinguished former Clerk of the Delta State House of Assembly and former Commissioner for Lands, Surveys and Urban Development. Governor Oborevwori in a heartfelt condolence message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon in Asaba, described the late Okenyi as a patriotic and committed public servant who served Delta State with diligence and integrity. Okenyi, who hailed from Ukunzu in Aniocha North Local Government Area,
Oborevwori Mourns Veteran Journalist, Pa Joe Onyibe
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of veteran journalist and publisher, Pa Joe Onyibe, describing his death as a great loss to the journalism profession, Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, the Ika nation, and Delta State at large. In a condolence message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, to the Onyibe family, the Ika community, and the media fraternity, Governor Oborevwori extended his heartfelt sympathies, noting that the late Pa Onyibe contributed immensely to
Asaba Mega City Projects On Track As Delta Govt Warns Trespassers
The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the completion of the ongoing Asaba Twin Mega City project, a flagship urban renewal initiative under Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s MORE agenda. The government has also warned individuals who have been compensated for their land to steer clear of the project site or risk demolition of illegal developments. The Special Project Director in charge of the project, Barr. Victor Ebonka, emphasized the significance of the initiative during an inspection of the six-lane road leading to the twin mega
19TH CORONATION ANNIVERSARY: Gov Oborevwori Hails Orodje of Okpe
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated His Royal Majesty, Major General Felix Mujakperuo (Rtd), Orhue I, CFR, mni, the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, on the occasion of his 19th coronation anniversary. In a goodwill message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, on Tuesday, Governor Oborevwori, on behalf of the Delta State Government, praised the Orodje for his forthrightness, exemplary leadership, uncommon wisdom, fatherly disposition, and statesmanship. He described the monarch’s reign as eventful and impactful, not just for the people
Delta Govt Counters Isoko Exclusion Claims with 53 Projects
The Delta State Government has dismissed claims of the Isoko Nation being sidelined in recent infrastructure approvals by the State Executive Council (EXCO), describing the allegations as misleading and not reflective of the administration's equitable development agenda. In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, the state government reaffirmed that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration has continued to prioritize infrastructure development, healthcare, and education across all parts of Delta State, including the Isoko axis. Aniagwu emphasized that contrary
FMC, OVWIAN: Delta Transfers Otor-Udu General Hospital To FG
Delta State Executive Council (EXCO) has approved the transfer of the General Hospital in Otor-Udu to the Federal Ministry of Health for the establishment of a Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Ovwian in Udu Local Government Area of the state. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, disclosed this while briefing journalists on some of the far-reaching decisions reached in the health sector, during the State EXCO meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Dr. Onojaeme, while recalling that the Federal Government had approved the establishment of
