Oborevwori salutes Pius Sinebe at 75
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Delta State Chapter, Dr. Pius Sinebe as he clocks 75 years on October 25, 2024. The governor praised the Ijaw leader for his leadership in Patani Local Government Area and his proactive contributions to the PDP's expansion and advancement in Delta State. The Governor stated that leaders will continue to be motivated by Capt. Sinebe's expertise, experience, and quality advice for the state's stability. He emphasised that future political leaders
Oborevwori eulogises Taleb Tebite, at funeral service
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, eulogised the Executive Director, Projects at the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Olorogun Taleb Tebite, describing him as a selfless leader who could discomfort himself to give to the needy. Speaking at the funeral service held at All Saints' Anglican Cathedral, Otor-Iwhreko, Ughelli, Ughelli North Local Government Area of the state, Governor Oborevwori said the crowd at the funeral service was an indication of the generosity and selflessness of the deceased. He urged the family
Oborevwori appoints Prof. Asagba Delsu VC
The Governor of Delta State Rt. Hon.Elder Sheriff F.O Oborevwori has approved the appointment of Prof. Samuel Ogheneovo Asagba as the new Vice Chancellor of the Delta State University, Abraka. According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Eze Emu, the appointment will take effect from 1st December, 2024. A Professor of Environmental Biochemistry and Toxicology, Prof. Asagba had previously served the University in various capacities, including serving as Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration as well as Provost of the defunct
Oborevwori felicitates Ex-Gov. Uduaghan at 70
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated former Governor of the state, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, as he clocks 70 years on October 22. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, Governor Oborevwori expressed profound gratitude to God for the life of the former Governor and for granting him many years of great accomplishments. Oborevwori lauded the former state helmsman for supporting his emergence as Governor of the state. He extolled Uduaghan for his outstanding contributions to the growth and
We’re constructing legacy roads that ‘ll stand the test of time – Delta Govt
Delta State Government has reiterated it's commitment to the construction of legacy road projects that would stand the test of time amidst rising cost of materials. It disclosed that it has changed its design and supervision concepts to ensure long lasting roads across the State. The State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads) Comrade Reuben Izeze disclosed this at the 12th edition of "Journalists Hangout" at the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) Secretariat, on Sunday, in Asaba, the state capital. He emphasized that the Governor Sheriff
Onyeme Expresses Concern Over Food Insecurity, Malnutrition
Delta State Acting Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, has observed that, food insecurity and malnutrition are some of the specific areas that government at all levels should address to achieve zero hunger by the year 2030. Onyeme observed that, factors that pose challenges to food security are natural hazards arising from climate change, low level of technology adoption, unwarranted attack on farmlands by unscrupulous elements, distortions in input supply chain and absence of farmers education. He made the observation on Wednesday at the 2024 World Food Day
Oborevwori directs immediate payment of minimum wage in Delta
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the payment of the new minimum wage to workers in the state with effect from October. Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, disclosed this during a meeting of the Committee of the new minimum wage with leadership of the Organized Labour in Delta State, comprising the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC), and the Joint Negotiating Council (JNC), to discuss the implementation of the new minimum wage. Emu said the meeting was
Onyeme To FRSC, Renew Your Core Mandate Of Controlling Speed
The Acting Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, has called on Special Marshals of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to renew their core mandate of controlling the speed and other forms of misdemeanour among motorists on the highways. Onyeme made the call on Saturday in Asaba during the commissioning of the Secretariat for Special Marshals of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Delta Sector Command. The acting governor who lauded Special Marshals for building a benefiting secretariat, commended all Special Marshals in the zone for
Onyeme Receives Kenya Ambassador To Nigeria, Seeks Partnership On Tourism, Agriculture, Others
Acting Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, Saturday, had a breakfast meeting with the High Commissioner of Kenya to Nigeria, Ambassador Isaac Parashina where issues of partnership were discussed. At the meeting which took place at the acting Governor's Lodge in Asaba, he called for partnership between Kenya and Delta in the area of tourism, agriculture, the oil and gas sector, among others. He said, "there are tourism sites that this country is blessed with, the vegetation is very good, there are a lot of
Onyeme Tasks Nigerians On Patriotism
The Acting Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, has tasked Nigerians to be patriotic for the country to take its pride of place in the comity of nations. He made the call on Friday in Asaba when he received on courtesy call, members of Egbema Leaders of Thoughts, Egbema Kingdom, Delta/Edo States. According to him, Nigerians should always put the interest of the country first before personal interest asserting, "if all Nigerians imbibe the spirit of being patriotic not just for 'my own' but 'my
