Beyond The Badge: Tinubu, Oborevwori Rally Support For Police As Biennial Police Games Open In Asaba
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Saturday reaffirmed strong institutional and governmental backing for the Nigeria Police Force as the 15th Biennial Police Games (BIPOGA 2026) hosted by Delta State were formally declared opened in Asaba. President Ahmed Bola Tinubu who was represented by the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd.), described the Games as a strategic platform for building a professional, disciplined and performance driven Police Force, stressing that security remains the bedrock of Nigeria’s economic growth, social stability and national
Oborevwori Celebrates Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari At 60
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm felicitations to the State Commissioner for Higher Education, Professor Nyerhovwo Tonukari, on the occasion of his 60th birth anniversary, describing him as a distinguished scholar and dedicated public servant whose contributions to education and governance remain invaluable. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor lauded Prof. Tonukari as a renowned academic whose commitment to excellence has significantly impacted the higher education landscape in Delta State and beyond. Governor Oborevwori
Oborevwori Salutes Uvwie Monarch On 18th Coronation Anniversary
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom, HRM Emmanuel Sideso (JP), OON, Abe I, on the occasion of his 18th coronation anniversary, describing his reign as impactful, stabilising and development-driven. Oborevwori in a statement issued in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, commended the revered monarch for his steadfast leadership, which he said has transformed Uvwie Kingdom into a haven of peace and a destination for investors. Governor Oborevwori noted that since ascending the ancient throne
Oborevwori Extols Ex-Vanguard Editor, Mideno Bayagbon At 65
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has felicitated erstwhile Editor of Vanguard Newspapers and Publisher of The NewsGuru Online, Mr. Mideno Bayagbon, as he clocks 65 years on Saturday. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor described Bayagbon as one of Nigeria’s most accomplished journalists whose illustrious career has left an indelible mark on the media landscape. Governor Oborevwori lauded the Jeddo-Okpe-born media icon for his outstanding contributions to the journalism profession, noting that his decades of dedicated
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has felicitated erstwhile Editor of Vanguard Newspapers and Publisher of The NewsGuru Online, Mr. Mideno Bayagbon, as he clocks 65 years on Saturday. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor described Bayagbon as one of Nigeria’s most accomplished journalists whose illustrious career has left an indelible mark on the media landscape. Governor Oborevwori lauded the Jeddo-Okpe-born media icon for his outstanding contributions to the journalism profession, noting that his decades of dedicated
Oborevwori Wins Overall New Telegraph Governor Of The Year 2025 Award
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has been honoured as the overall Governor of the Year 2025 by New Telegraph Newspapers Limited in recognition of what the organisers described as his remarkable infrastructural achievements and transformative leadership in the state. The award was presented at the New Telegraph Awards/Dinner Night 2025 held at the Ballroom of the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Lagos, on Friday. Governor Oborevwori was represented at the event by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme. According to the organisers, the Delta governor was selected
Oborevwori Hails Faith Majemite At 59
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated former Chairman of Ethiope East Local Government Council, Chief Mrs. Faith Majemite, on the occasion of her 59th birth anniversary. Oborevwori in a statement issued on Thursday by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, lauded the Kokori-born politician, fondly known as “Oniemo,” describing her as a staunch grassroots mobiliser and political stalwart whose service to Delta State has been impactful and inspiring. He noted that Majemite, who previously served as Special Adviser on Women Mobilisation, distinguished
Delta Approves 2025 Bursary, Scholarships for Students, Children of Deceased Civil Servants
Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the 2025 bursary awards for Delta State students in public and private tertiary institutions across Nigeria, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to education and student welfare. The approval also covers scholarship awards for students with disabilities and children of deceased civil servants, as well as financial assistance for Delta State students in the Nigerian Law Schools. The Executive Secretary of the Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board, Dr. Godfrey Enita, disclosed this on Thursday, February 12, 2026,
Aniagwu Hails Oborevwori as Leadership Honours Delta Governor at 18th Annual Conference
The Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has described Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as a leader redefining excellence in governance, following his recognition at the 18th Leadership Annual Conference and Awards held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja, on Thursday. Speaking at the event, Aniagwu gave glory to God for what he described as outstanding leadership qualities bestowed on Governor Oborevwori, noting that each public appearance by the governor comes with inspiring direction and renewed hope
Oborevwori Bags Leadership Governor Of The Year 2025 Award
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Thursday bagged the Governor of the Year 2025 Award from Leadership Newspapers Limited in recognition of his outstanding contributions to infrastructure development and inclusive governance in Delta State. The award was presented at the 18th Leadership Annual Conference and Awards held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja. Governor Oborevwori was represented at the ceremony by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme. The conference was themed: “Political Stability and Sustainable Development in Africa in an Increasingly Unstable