Oborevwori shines, wins Governor of the year 2024 Award
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Monday night, shone as he won ThisDay Newspaper and Arise Television “Governor of The Year, 2024 award” for his fiscal discipline and infrastructural development of the state. Announcing the award, the Founder of THISDAY and ARISE Media Group, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, said; "Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State was underrated, but in his 18 months in power has not borrowed any cent from any bank and he keeps building infrastructure across the state." Presenting the award on behalf of
Novena University honours Oborevwori with doctorate degree
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has been awarded an honorary Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa), in Public Policy and Strategy by Novena University, Ogume in recognition of his outstanding accomplishments in the governance of the state. The conferment took place on Saturday during the institution’s 5th combined (2018/2019 through 2023/2024) sessions convocation ceremony at Amai campus in Ukwuani Local Government Area of the state. Speaking at the ceremony, Governor Oborevwori thanked the university for the recognition, adding that the honour was a motivation and
We have not borrowed since Oborevwori took over – Delta Govt
Delta State Government, Friday, reiterated that it had not borrowed any money since Governor Sheriff Oborevwori took over governance in the state on May 29, 2023. The State Commissioner for Finance, Chief Fidelis Tilije who disclosed this at a press conference in Asaba, said contrary to reports by an online news medium, the State Government had not entered into any borrowing relationship with any institution. According to him, "this state has not entered into any borrowing relationship whatsoever, whether partnership, individual, corporate, bank, local, national or
Oborevwori congratulates THISDAY Newspaper on 30th anniversary
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Publisher, Prince Nduka Obaigbena and the Management of THISDAY Newspapers on the 30th anniversary of the media organization. Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, said that the newspaper had continued to greatly impact the media industry positively with its robust reportage. He remarked that the well-known publication, which debuted on the newsstands on January 22, 1995, had built a reputation in the newspaper world. He said the newspaper
Oborevwori congratulates Arthur Akpowowo at 52
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori,Tuesday, felicitated the Deputy Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo, on his 52nd birth anniversary. Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, joined the parliament, Ethiope East constituents, friends, and the family of Akpowowo in celebrating his years of remarkable contributions to the state's growth and development. He lauded the Deputy Speaker for his political insight and unparalleled comradeship and sociability with the people of his Eku community in
Oborevwori salutes Broderick Bozimo at 86
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated elder statesman and former Minister of Police Affairs, Alaowei Broderick Bozimo, as he clocks 86 years on Tuesday. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, Governor Oborevwori hailed the distinguished lawyer and political leader for his contributions to the growth and development of the state and country. He lauded Bozimo for his significant roles, particularly in the development of the state as a member of the State’s Advisory and Peace Building
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 mourns Edna Ibru
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has commiserated with the Ibru family of Agbarha-Otor in Ughelli North Local Government Area of the State on the death of their wife and mother, Mrs. Edna Ibru. Mrs Ibru, who reportedly died after a brief illness, was the wife of late Olorogun Senator Felix Ovuodoroye Ibru, first Executive Governor of Delta State. A former Miss Nigeria, Mrs Ibru in 1964, died in London after a brief illness on Wednesday. In a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the
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
In Delta, it is the people first – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, said all his actions as governor were guided by the interest of the people. He assured that no one would short change the state under his watch. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this at the 50th birth anniversary thanksgiving of the Majority Leader of the Delta State House of Assembly, Engr Emeka Nwaobi, at St. Paul's Catholic Cathedral, Issele-Uku, Aniocha North Local Government Area of the state. While commending the celebrant on his empowerment programme for the people, Governor Oborevwori
