Asaba Waterfront City ‘ll Revolutionise Tourism, Urban Renewal – Delta Govt
Delta State Government, yesterday, said the move to develop the Asaba Waterfront was geared towards effective urban renewal and boosting the tourism potentials of the state. The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, disclosed this shortly after a meeting with representatives of the host communities of the Asaba Waterfront Development project and the project consultants. Briefing journalists after the meeting, Dr. Emu said the Asaba Waterfront City project, which was initiated three years ago and located along the banks of the River Niger,
Oborevwori pledges sustained partnership with security agencies
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, pledged sustained partnership with the military and other security agencies for effective security and socio-economic development of the state. Governor Oborevwori who was speaking while playing host to the General Officer Commanding (GOC) the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army, Port Harcourt, in Asaba, reiterated the state government's support for security agencies in the state. While approving the construction of internal roads at the 6 Brigade Headquarters, Asaba, he noted that the Army have been playing a significant
HARDSHIP: Oborevwori flags-off 3rd phase palliative distribution in Delta
...Tasks workers on small subsistence farming Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, flagged-off phase three of the state's grains palliative distribution exercise with a charge on civil servants and other workers in the state to engage in small - scale farming to mitigate rising hunger across the country. Governor Oborevwori gave the charge at the Delta Agricultural Procurement Agency, (DAPA) Warehouse, Ibusa, Oshimili North Local Government Area of the state. The Governor, who said food security was very important in the light of the rising
Oborevwori congratulates Okonjo-Iweala at 70
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Director-General of World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, GCON as she clocks 70 years on June 13. Governor Oborevwori in a statement released in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, praised Okonjo-Iweala, a distinguished Deltan from Ogwashi-Uku and the first African woman to lead the global trade organisation, as a shining example of professionalism and integrity and as a great role model for women. He commended the WTO Director-General for her sublime
Okpanam-Ibusa road ready for inauguration June ending – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, said the newly completed Okpanam-Ibusa bypass in Oshimili North Local Government Area of the state would be ready for inauguration June ending. Governor Oborevwori who disclosed this during inspection of the road, observed that gully erosion was threatening the road and directed the contractor to back fill the side drains for the sustainability of the road. The Governor who was joined on the inspection by the Commissioner for Works (Rural and Riverine Roads), Mr Charles Aniagwu, said: "It
Oborevwori Felicitates Deltans, Other Nigerians On 2024 Democracy Day
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Deltans and other Nigerians on this year's Democracy Day today, June 12. Oborevwori's felicitation was contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, wherein he joined Deltans and other Nigerians in thanking God for another wonderful year of democracy in our country. He stated that Nigerians deserved to celebrate despite the numerous challenges bedeviling the country. Governor Oborevwori expressed optimism about the growth and eventual flourish of Nigeria's democracy, citing enhancements in
Oborevwori releases over N1bn for DSUST College of Health project
...Inaugurates phase 1 of Emevor-Orogun road, okays construction of Phase 2 Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, said his administration has released over N1 billion to the contractor handling the College of Health Sciences project at the Delta State University of Science and Technology, DSUST, Ozoro, Isoko North Local Government Area of the State. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this at the inauguration of the 4.04km Emevor-Orogun Phase 1 with 5.555km accompanying side drains at Emevor Community in the Local Government Area. The Governor, who paid tribute
Delta enjoying peace, progress in hard times – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Sunday, said the state was enjoying peace and progress in hard times despite not borrowing in the one year of his administration. Governor Oborevwori stated this on Sunday at the 1st Anniversary thanksgiving service of the 8th Delta State House of Assembly held at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Region 34 Headquarter, Unity Model Parish, Asaba. He said that the state was making impressive progress in infrastructural and human capital development despite the economic hard times bedeviling the
Delta Gov’t ban on Iron condemn scavengers in force – Bureau Chief
...Says Ministry of Environment didn't grant permit, special uniforms to imposters Activities of Iron Condemn scavengers remained banned in all twenty five local government areas of Delta State, and offenders shall be apprehended and prosecuted to serve as deterrent to deviants and those contemplating breaking laws and regulations. Chief Executive Officer of Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Barrister Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, reaffirmed the state government's position on Saturday in swift reaction to numerous reports of alleged persisting activities of Iron Condemn scavengers in some parts
Oborevwori felicitates Erstwhile Dep Governor, Elue at 84
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated a former Deputy Governor of the state, Chief Benjamin Elue, on his 84th birth anniversary on June 6. Governor Oborevwori, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, noted that Chief Elue, a distinguished educator and politician whose modesty, devotion, and loyalty has continued to inspire younger generation of politicians and leaders, served as former Governor James Ibori's deputy from 1999 to 2007. According to him, Chief Elue had been faithful and
