The Pointer At 30: How media can strengthen Nigeria’s democracy – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Monday, urged the mass media to consolidate on its constitutional role of balanced factual reportage and agenda setting to strengthen Nigeria's democracy. Oborevwori also charged the media on dissemination of news and information that promote national unity. He made the call in his remarks at the 30th anniversary of The Pointer Newspaper held in Asaba, with theme: Honouring Truth and Unity Through Excellence in Public Communication. The Governor, who bagged The Pointer's "Exemplary Democrat and Transformational Leadership Award" at the
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
NIGERIA @ 64: Oborevwori salutes citizens, says nation will surmount present challenges
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Nigerians on the country's 64th Independence anniversary, but charged them to work in unity to surmount the economic and security challenges facing the country. In a statement in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori admonished Nigerians to work in unison, irrespective of political, religious and ethnic diversities, to ensure the nation overcame its present challenges. Governor Oborevwori, who sent warm felicitations to President Bola Tinubu, Deltans and other Nigerians on this year’s
Delta @ 33: Only God can protect, guide, lead us to succeed – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, said the state was growing steadily on all economic development indicators, hence emerging as a power house in the comity of states in Nigeria. Governor Oborevwori stated this in his remarks at a thanksgiving service to mark the 33rd anniversary of the state’s creation at the Government House Chapel, Asaba. Oborevwori also said the journey had been eventful and fulfilling with the road filled with trials and triumphs, tests and testimonies. He said: "I am proud to say that
Oborevwori congratulates 14th Asagba of Asaba, Obi Prof. Azinge
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Obi Professor Epiphany Azinge, (SAN) OON, on his crowning as the 14th Asagba of Asaba. Governor Oborevwori described Prof Azinge, who was the Director-General (DG) of the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (NIALS) as a distinguished academic and quintessential legal luminary. The Governor in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, said that Azinge’s emergence was well-deserved, considering the fact that he was replacing an academic giant in the field of
Oborevwori hails Olu of Warri, Atuwatse III on 3rd coronation anniversary
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Olu of Warri, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, on the third anniversary of his coronation. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the governor praised the monarch for ensuring peaceful co-existence in Warri Kingdom since he ascended the ancient throne. Oborevwori stated that the Olu had played significant roles in the economic revival of the Kingdom in the last three years. While describing Atuwatse III as "a man of peace,
Oborevwori salutes Prof. Oyovbaire at 83
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated renowned elder statesman and former Minister of Information, Prof. Sam Oyovbaire, as he celebrates his 83rd birth anniversary on Sunday. Oyovbaire, who is the Chairman of the Delta State Advisory and Peace Building Council, is a renowned academic and astute politician. Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, praised the esteemed Political Science Professor for his invaluable contributions to the progress and advancement of Delta and Nigeria. The Governor said
Oborevwori felicitates Orodje of Okpe on 18th coronation anniversary
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated the Chairman of Delta State Council of Traditional Rulers and the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, Orhue I, Maj.-Gen. Felix Mujakperuo (rtd), on his 18th coronation anniversary. Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, described the monarch as "a renowned elder statesman, a bridge builder, whose reign had brought great benefits to the kingdom and humanity’’. The Governor praised the renowned monarch for bringing the kingdom's citizens together and made
Oborevwori extols Okowa at 65
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated his predecessor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, CON as he clocks 65 years on July 8. Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, extolled the immediate past Governor of the State for his outstanding contributions to State and nation-building. He expressed gratitude to the immediate past Governor for having supported him to emerge as a deserving successor. Oborevwori said: "My dear leader, I will start by thanking you for all that you
Oborevwori salutes James Manager at 64
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated the immediate past Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator James Manager, on his 64th birth anniversary. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori extolled Senator Manager for his outstanding contributions to the growth of the PDP as the pioneer State Chairman of the party and development of the state. "You worked really hard and established the groundwork for our party's subsequent successes in the State as
