Tinubu, Jonathan, Akpabio, Oborevwori, Others Eulogize Clark at Funeral
President Bola Tinubu, former President Goodluck Jonathan, his wife Dame Patience, Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori and his wife, Tobore, were among the dignitaries who paid tribute to the late elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark, on Tuesday. The funeral service was held at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Kiagbodo, in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State. Other dignitaries in attendance included Governors Douye Diri (Bayelsa), Umo Eno (Akwa Ibom), and Bala Mohammed (Bauchi State). Also present were the Deputy
MEASLES/RUBELLA: Delta Moves To Shield Children From Deadly Diseases
…As First Lady Flags Off Vaccine Advocacy Rollout Delta State Government is not leaving any stone unturned to protect the younger generation, particularly children between nine months and 15 years, against deadly diseases such as measles and rubella. To this end, the state government, in partnership with the 'You Matter Charity Foundation', the Nigeria Governors’ Spouses Forum, the World Health Organisation (WHO) and other donor agencies, flagged off the Measles-Rubella Vaccine (MRV) Advocacy Rollout in the state. The event which was flagged off by the wife of
Delta Safe For Investments – Oborevwori…Inaugurates Premium Trust Bank branch
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Monday held that the state was safe and secure for investments as he lauded Premium Trust Bank for establishing a solid foundation in just three years. He said that the relative security of life and property in the state was the real reason that many interests and corporate groups, including Premium Trust Bank, preferred to invest in it. Oborevwori spoke at the inauguration of a branch of the bank in Effurun. The branch is the 21 of the
Oborevwori hails late Edwin Clark as a national icon, urges Nigerians to emulate his legacy
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has called on Nigerians from all walks of life to draw inspiration from the life and legacy of the late Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, describing him as a "patriotic leader" and "the conscience of the Nigerian nation." Speaking during a memorial lecture and tribute held in honour of the late statesman at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja, Governor Oborevwori, who was represented by the State Commissioner for Water Resources, Dr. Isaac Wilkie, paid glowing tribute to Chief
Delta Speaker, 21 other PDP members defect to APC
Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, along with twenty-one other former members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), elected into the Assembly has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), following a major realignment of political stakeholders across the state. The defection of the twenty-two lawmakers has effectively transformed the Delta State House of Assembly into a one-party legislature, as the remaining seven members were originally elected on the ticket of the APC. Announcing the development on Tuesday during
Enhanced Internal Security Improves Economic Development — Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has emphasized that strengthening internal security mechanisms are pivotal to fostering sustainable economic growth. Governor Oborevwori made this known while receiving participants of Senior Course 47 of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, led by the Director of Coordination, Brigadier General Al-Hassan Grema, during a courtesy visit to Government House, Asaba on Monday. Governor Oborevwori noted that peace and safety attract investment and promote development across sectors, adding that his administration remains committed to creating a secure
Gen. Omu Lived An Impactful Life – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Sunday described the late Major General Paul Ufuoma Omu (rtd.) as an extraordinary patriot and statesman whose contributions to nation-building remained worthy of emulation. Governor Oborevwori paid tributes to the late Isoko leader during a condolence visit to the wife of the deceased, Senator Stella Omu, and the Omu family at their residence in Asaba. According to the Governor, General Omu, who died on Tuesday, April 29, was a man of immense influence whose contributions to the growth
Oborevwori’s Defection To APC: A Strategic Move For Delta’s Greater Good — Ahon
...Carpets Ezeagwu, Labour Party The Delta State Government has described Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a well-considered and patriotic decision aimed at fostering stronger federal collaboration and accelerating development across the state. Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon, made this known in response to comments by the Labour Party’s South-South Vice Chairman, Mr. Tony Ezeagwu, concerning the Governor’s official movement to the APC. The Governor's spokesman dismissed Ezeagwu’s remarks as misleading and an attempt to misrepresent a
MAY DAY: Workers Are Backbone Of Govt- Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborovwori has described workers as the backbone of government's wheel of progress. He stated this on Thursday in Asaba during the 2025 Workers' Day (May Day) celebration. The governor who was represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, noted that, Workers' Day is not just a celebration, asserting that, "It is a moment to reflect on shared journey and renewal of commitment to building a Delta State and Nigeria where every worker is valued, empowered and rewarded." Governor Oborevwori noted that,
Gov Sheriff congratulates Solomon Ogba at 65
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Vice President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Chief Solomon Ogba, on the occasion of his 65th birthday, celebrated on May 1. Governor Sheriff in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, praised Chief Ogba for his numerous outstanding contributions to the development of Delta State and Nigeria at large. He acknowledged Ogba’s remarkable impact on sports and politics across Delta, Nigeria, and Africa, noting that his
