Oborevwori approves registration, monthly payment for 10,000 widows in Delta
The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the registration of 10,000 widows across the state’s 25 local government areas and 270 federal wards. Each widow will receive a monthly stipend of ₦15,000 and access to free medical care. This was disclosed by the Executive Assistant to the Governor on Social Investment Programmes and State Coordinator of the Widows Welfare Scheme, Chief (Dr.) Isioma Okonta, during a meeting with State, Senatorial, and Local Government Coordinators held at his office in Asaba. Chief Okonta described
Oborevwori celebrates Solomon Arenyeka at 68
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Chief Solomon Arenyeka, former State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on the occasion of his 68th birth anniversary. Governor Oborevwori in statement issued in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, praised Arenyeka’s unwavering dedication and commitment to the unity and progress of the PDP during his tenure as chairman. He commended the Itsekiri-born political leader for his strategic leadership, noting that his brief stint as party chairman before the All Progressives Congress,
Oborevwori To Deliver State Of The State Address, Wednesday
The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, is set to deliver the State of the State Address to members of the Delta State House of Assembly tomorrow, Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 10am. Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon, in a statement in Asaba, Tuesday, said the event will be taken live on Channels TV and TVC, providing the public with an opportunity to hear directly from the governor on key developments, achievements, and future plans for the state. The State
Delta Works Commissioner Frowns at Non-Compliance with Oborevwori’s Directive on Achala-Ibusa Road
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, has expressed deep dissatisfaction at the contractor's apparent non-compliance with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s directive concerning the ongoing Achala-Ibusa Road project. The Commissioner, who embarked on an unscheduled inspection tour of the project site on Thursday, was visibly disappointed at the lack of progress, despite clear instructions issued by Governor Oborevwori months ago for the contractor to correct some aspects of the storm drainage. The Commissioner who was represented by his Special Assistant (Technical), Engr
Senate Passes Bill for Establishment of Federal Medical Centre in Oleh
The Nigerian Senate has passed the Federal Medical Centre Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023 (SB. 197), which seeks to establish a Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Oleh, Delta State. The passage of the bill, sponsored by Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas representing Delta South Senatorial District, marks a major legislative milestone for the oil-rich region, particularly the Isoko nation. The bill was initially presented on November 7, 2023, and passed its second reading on October 22, 2024. Following its third reading today, the Senate approved the legislation, paving the
Oborevwori leading a vibrant, solvent economy in Delta – Aniagwu
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, on Wednesday said Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is leading a vibrant and solvent economy, with numerous infrastructure projects spread across the state. Speaking on the sidelines of the ongoing Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Aniagwu stated that Governor Oborevwori has demonstrated a high level of prudence and accountability in the governance of Delta State. The Commissioner emphasized that the state’s finances are
Delta govt moves to profile herdsmen over violence against farmers
The Delta State Government has initiated plans to profile herdsmen and cattle owners operating within the state as part of efforts to curb rising incidents of violence against farmers and foster peaceful coexistence between both groups. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Livestock and Inter-Ethnic Relations, Chief Jeffrey Azagba, disclosed this during a meeting with members of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Delta State Chapter. Azagba said: “It is worrisome that armed herdsmen are causing havoc in some communities,” Chief Azagba