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
Fake News: Oborevwori tasks Journalists on factual reportage
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged Journalists to combat fake news and misinformation by fact-checking for the truth before going to press. Governor Oborevwori gave the charge, Monday, at the Press Week organized by the Nigeria Union of Journalists, (NUJ), Delta State Council, in Asaba, with theme: "Imperative Of Proper Leadership Recruitment Process For Good Governance". The Governor disclosed that his administration was comprehensively addressing development challenges of the state through its MORE Agenda. Represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, Governor Oborevwori said
Prof. Utuama was a reliable, dependable political figure – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Saturday, paid condolence visit to the family of the departed former Deputy Governor of the state, Professor Amos Agbe Utuama, SAN. Speaking during the condolence visit to his Ikede Heights residence, Udu Local Government Area of the state, Governor Oborevwori eulogised the late Professor of Law and Senior Advocate of Nigeria. He said Prof. Utuama was a very reliable and dependable political figure whose selfless services to the state and country would be missed. While commiserating with the family, Governor
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
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
FAILED ASABA-ONITSHA PORTION OF BENIN-ONITSHA EXPRESSWAY: Onyeme Heaves Sigh Of Relief As Remedial Work Commences
The Acting Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, Thursday, expressed hope that the nightmare faced by motorist plying the Benin-Onitsha Expressway would soon be over with the commencement of remedial works on the failed portion of the road at Asaba-Onitsha axis. Onyeme who went on on-the-spot assessment of the failed portion of the roads and the internal roads in Asaba metropolis which have been witnessing a lot of traffic as a result of the failed portion of the federal road, said that the contractor
Onyeme Says Music Has No Barrier
Acting Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, has described music as a universal language that transcends cultural and linguistic barriers. Onyeme stated this on Wednesday at the International Festival for Choral and Traditional Music held in Asaba. According to him, music connect people of diverse backgrounds and mobilize people towards a common cause. The Acting Governor said; "it is fitting that Asaba was chosen to host this edition of the event in Nigeria. "Delta State is a hub of music and entertainment, indeed, the state has a
Delta Committed To A Free, Independent Judiciary – Onyeme
The Acting Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, has said that the State Government is committed to promoting a free and independent Judiciary. Speaking at a special court session to mark the opening of 2024/2025 legal year, on Monday in Asaba, Onyeme said, "as a government, we have put premium on maintaining a free and independent Judiciary and it is pertinent to mention that Delta State is one of the first States in the Federation to pass the Judiciary (Financial) Autonomy Law, which was
