Delta Speaker, 21 other PDP members defect to APC
Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, along with twenty-one other former members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), elected into the Assembly has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), following a major realignment of political stakeholders across the state. The defection of the twenty-two lawmakers has effectively transformed the Delta State House of Assembly into a one-party legislature, as the remaining seven members were originally elected on the ticket of the APC. Announcing the development on Tuesday during
Enhanced Internal Security Improves Economic Development — Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has emphasized that strengthening internal security mechanisms are pivotal to fostering sustainable economic growth. Governor Oborevwori made this known while receiving participants of Senior Course 47 of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, led by the Director of Coordination, Brigadier General Al-Hassan Grema, during a courtesy visit to Government House, Asaba on Monday. Governor Oborevwori noted that peace and safety attract investment and promote development across sectors, adding that his administration remains committed to creating a secure
Gen. Omu Lived An Impactful Life – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Sunday described the late Major General Paul Ufuoma Omu (rtd.) as an extraordinary patriot and statesman whose contributions to nation-building remained worthy of emulation. Governor Oborevwori paid tributes to the late Isoko leader during a condolence visit to the wife of the deceased, Senator Stella Omu, and the Omu family at their residence in Asaba. According to the Governor, General Omu, who died on Tuesday, April 29, was a man of immense influence whose contributions to the growth
Ughelli-Asaba Road Dualization To Be Completed Soon – Oborevwori
…Says Deltans Are Happy With Our Projects Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Friday, assured that the Ughelli-Asaba Road dualisation project would soon be completed. Speaking during an inspection of the reconstruction of the Olomoro–Igbide Road in Isoko South Local Government Area, as well as the ongoing work on Sector C2 of the Ughelli–Asaba Expressway, Governor Oborevwori stated that the people of the state are pleased with the pace and quality of development projects being implemented by his administration. He emphasized that the positive feedback
Safety trends, risks, and threats on the Internet. and contributions that can be made by young people to countering them
The Internet continues to evolve rapidly, with major trends including increased connectivity, the rise of artificial intelligence, growing reliance on cloud services, and the expansion of social media and digital finance. Alongside these trends come significant risks and threats, such as cyberbullying, identity theft, misinformation, ransomware attacks, privacy violations targeting critical infrastructure, and AI-generated deepfakes. Young people, as digital natives, have a unique role to play in countering these threats. Their contributions can include: Promoting Digital Literacy – educating peers on safe and ethical online behavior. Participating in Cybersecurity Programs – joining
Oborevwori’s Defection To APC: A Strategic Move For Delta’s Greater Good — Ahon
...Carpets Ezeagwu, Labour Party The Delta State Government has described Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a well-considered and patriotic decision aimed at fostering stronger federal collaboration and accelerating development across the state. Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon, made this known in response to comments by the Labour Party’s South-South Vice Chairman, Mr. Tony Ezeagwu, concerning the Governor’s official movement to the APC. The Governor's spokesman dismissed Ezeagwu’s remarks as misleading and an attempt to misrepresent a
MAY DAY: Workers Are Backbone Of Govt- Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborovwori has described workers as the backbone of government's wheel of progress. He stated this on Thursday in Asaba during the 2025 Workers' Day (May Day) celebration. The governor who was represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, noted that, Workers' Day is not just a celebration, asserting that, "It is a moment to reflect on shared journey and renewal of commitment to building a Delta State and Nigeria where every worker is valued, empowered and rewarded." Governor Oborevwori noted that,
Gov Sheriff congratulates Solomon Ogba at 65
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Vice President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Chief Solomon Ogba, on the occasion of his 65th birthday, celebrated on May 1. Governor Sheriff in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, praised Chief Ogba for his numerous outstanding contributions to the development of Delta State and Nigeria at large. He acknowledged Ogba’s remarkable impact on sports and politics across Delta, Nigeria, and Africa, noting that his
Oborevwori, Ibori, Okowa, Others Bid Utuama Farewell
The Sacred Heart Catholic Cathedral in Warri was the site of a solemn and emotional farewell on Wednesday as the remains of the late Professor Amos Utuama, SAN, former Deputy Governor of Delta State, were laid to rest. The funeral service attracted a host of dignitaries from across the state and beyond, including Governor Sheriff Oborevwori; former Governors Chief James Ibori and Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa; Senator Ede Dafinone (Delta Central); Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas (Delta South); Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi
Defections: Nigeria will never be a one-party state — Aniagwu
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has dismissed concerns that Nigeria is slipping into a one-party state following the mass defection of members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during an interview on TVC News, Aniagwu explained that the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and members of the Delta PDP to the APC was not from a position of weakness, but from a position of strength. He likened remaining in the PDP
