Oborevwori bridge-builder, model political leader – Tinubu
Nigeria's President, Bola Tinubu, has described Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, as a bridge-builder and model political leader, following the calibre of persons across political divides that graced his son's wedding in Asaba. President Tinubu stated this at the wedding between Mr Clinton Oborevwori and his hearthrob Knowledge Davidson at the Living Faith Church, Asaba, on Saturday. President Tinubu, who was represented at the occasion by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, SAN, said Governor Oborevwori since he came into office
Sustainable Peace: Oborevwori tasks Delta community leaders on mediation, dialogue
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged community leaders in the state to always employ mediation and dialogue in resolving disputes for sustainable peace and development of the state. Governor Oborevwori gave the charge at a meeting with Presidents-General of communities and kingdoms held in Asaba, on Wednesday. The Governor who told the Presidents-General that he was one of them having served as Chairman of Osubi community during which time the Airport was built, urged them to remain resolute in handling issues. He also appealed
Oborevwori Condoles With Isoko Nation Over Death of Ex-HoS, Efenudu
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has sent condolences to the Efenudu family of Otor-Owhe and the Isoko nation at large on the demise of erstwhile Head of Service, HoS, and Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Sir Simeon Efenudu. Sir Efenudu passed on Friday at the age of 81 years. Until his death, he was a member of the Delta State Advisory and Peace Building Council, and Chairman, PDP Isoko North Elders' Council. In a condolence message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus
SOCIAL MALAISE: Oborevwori calls for proper upbringing of children
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Sunday, called on parents to dedicate more time towards training of their children as a panacea to the rising wave of crime and social malaise in the country. Governor Oborevwori gave the charge in his remarks at the dedication of Baby Tamara Guwor, daughter of Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt Hon. Emomotimi Guwor at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Redemption Hall, Airport Road, Warri. He said: "I am happy to be hear again for the
We’re utilising dry season to complete ongoing projects – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, said his administration was taking advantage of the dry season to complete some of its ongoing projects across the state. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this during an inspection of the Sector 'A' of the Ughelli-Asaba dualization project at Km 77 in Aradhe, Isoko North local government area of the state. The Governor urged contractors to take advantage of the dry season to achieve some milestones on their projects. He said, "First and foremost, we are not playing with the dry
Oborevwori tasks PDP leadership to harvest opposition members
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has charged the new leadership of the state Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to work towards harvesting members of the opposition parties to boost its chances in future elections. Governor Oborevwori, gave the charge, on Sunday, at the thanksgiving service of the Chairman Delta South PDP, Chief Emman Amgbaduba at Living Faith Church, Udu. Represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, FCA, Oborevwori said that Deltans would benefit more if the state remains united under one political party. He said: "We
Oborevwori hails Okonjo-Iweala on WTO re-appointment
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on her reappointment as Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, (WTO) on Friday. Okonjo-Iweala, an illustrious Deltan from Ogwashi-Uku, was a two-time Minister of Finance, who led Nigeria's economy to exit foreign debt obligations during her first term under former President Olusegun Obasanjo. Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, on Friday, expressed appreciation to relevant stakeholders of the WTO for rewarding Okonjo-Iweala with a second
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
Oborevwori salutes Ex-President Jonathan at 67
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated former President of Nigeria, Dr Goodluck Jonathan, on his 67th birth anniversary. Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, said the erstwhile Nigerian leader deserved to be celebrated for his sacrifices toward nation-building and the unity of Nigeria. He remarked that since leaving office, Jonathan had continued to render invaluable service to the nation and the African continent and commended him for his remarkable accomplishments in international pro- peace mediations, particularly
