Projects: Erring Govt officials will be disciplined – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Sunday, said his administration would not spare any government official who certifies uncompleted or poorly executed projects for payment. Governor Oborevwori, disclosed this at the retirement thanksgiving service of the Permanent Secretary/Accountant-General, Delta State Ministry of Finance, Mrs Joy Enwa, at the Cathedral Church of St. Peter, Asaba. He said his administration’s desire was to ensure Deltans got value for every project executed by the state government. The Governor disclosed that two engineers have been queried for issuing certificates for
Oborevwori hails Emeka Nwaobi at 50
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated Majority Leader of the State House of Assembly, Engr Emmanuel Emeka Nwaobi on his 50th birth anniversary on January 17. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, Governor Oborevwori lauded Nwaobi, who is the Chairman, Nigerian Majority Leaders’ Forum, for his astute representation of his people of Aniocha North State Constituency, describing him as a lawmaker of repute. Governor Oborevwori commended Nwaobi for his demonstration of exceptional capacity, humility and patriotism
Oborevwori tasks Nigerians on nation’s peace, devt
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged Nigerians to shun inflammatory remarks and divisive tendencies for the sustainable peace, unity and development of the nation in line with the heroic sacrifices of the country's fallen heroes and legionnaires. Governor Oborevwori gave the charge at a special interdenominational thanksgiving mass in commemoration of the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration held at the Emmanuel The Saviour Catholic Church, Asaba. Governor Oborevwori, represented by the State Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, said Nigerians owed it a
Oborevwori congratulates Leo Ogor at 66
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated a former Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Leo Ogor, as he clocks 66 years today. Ogor represented Isoko Federal Constituency in the Green Chamber, from 2003 - 2023 and was elected Deputy Majority Leader in 2011 and Minority Leader in 2015-2019. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the governor described the erstwhile lawmaker as a "brave leader with lots of uncommon accomplishments." According to the Governor, the sterling
Oborevwori felicitates Chief Victor Egukawhore at 59
The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated marine mogul and Chairman of Dewayles Group of Companies, High Chief (Dr) Victor Egukawhore, on his 59th birth anniversary on January 6. Governor Oborevwori, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, on Monday, described the Enhwe-Isoko-born marine and construction mogul as an ideal businessman and philanthropist whose investments and kindness had improved the lives of legion people. According to him, the state government and citizens treasure Egukawhore's assistance and altruistic sacrifices
Oborevwori salutes Chief Godwin Ogbetuo at 93
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, congratulated elder statesman, Chief Godwin Ogbetuo on his 93rd birth anniversary. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the Governor lauded Ogbetuo for his avowed commitment to the struggle for good governance and accountability in the state and country. He prayed that God would produce more leaders in Delta and Nigeria's political and socioeconomic spheres who would follow Ogbetuo's example, describing the nonagenerian as a leader who embodies statesmanship and selflessness. Oborevwori said:
MORE Biz-Up: Oborevwori Disburses Grants To 2,000 MSMEs
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, disbursed financial grants to 2,000 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, MSMEs, in the state to grow their businesses and cushion the effects of the inclement economic realities in the country. Speaking during the disbursement ceremony of the MORE Business Upscale Programme (MORE BIZ-UP) held at the Events Centre, Asaba, organised by Delta State Job and Wealth Creation Bureau, Governor Oborevwori said the gesture was designed to empower the entrepreneurs to cushion effects of the economic hardship in
Oborevwori Congratulates New NUJ President, Alhassan Yahaya
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Alhassan Yahaya, the newly-elected President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ. Yahaya, who works with the Gombe Media Corporation, is the first NUJ President of North-East extraction, and was elected at the NUJ 8th National Triennial Delegates’ Conference, held in Owerri, Imo State, on Wednesday. Until his election, Yahaya was the immediate past Deputy President of NUJ. Abimbola Oyetunde was also elected as the first female Deputy National President of the NUJ. Oyetunde becomes the first
Delta govt warns perpetrators of Dibi Abiteye flow station attack
The Delta State Government has received the sad news of an act of economic sabotage in the vandalisation of the NNPCL/Chevron Oil facility – the Dibi Abiteye Flow Station in Warri North Local Government Area on Saturday, 23rd November, 2024. Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Emu, in a statement on Monday, said Government at all levels in collaboration with security agencies and Tantita Security services will fish out the perpetrators and bring them to book. Emu in the statement, said: "Government reassures Chevron Nigeria
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
