DELCOM project to attract $1bn, boost jobs, transform Delta’s agriculture – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, yesterday, said the Delta State Commercial Oil Palm Plantations Growers Cooperative Society Limited (DELCOM COOP) project was expected to attract close to $1 billion in development finance over the next decade. Governor Oborevwori who disclosed this at the public presentation and launch of DELCOM COOP/Delta State Oil Palm Plantations Development Land Bank and Agric Data in Asaba, said it was expected to create thousands of jobs, stimulate the local economy and position Delta State as a frontrunner in
Oborevwori Appoints Oseji Delta Head Of Service
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, has approved the appointment of Dr. Mrs Minimim Oseji as Head of Service. Her appointment is sequel to the retirement of Mr. Reginald Bayoko who occupied the office for almost 9 years. Mrs Oseji, a medical doctor, was until her appointment Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment and was previously Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health. In 2020, she was elected the 22nd National President of Medical Women's Association of Nigerian (MWAN). The new Head of Service would be sworn-in on Monday, March 31,
Benin-Asaba Expressway, Critical Infrastructure That Must Be Maintained Says Oborevwori
The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has described the Benin-Asaba Highway as a critical infrastructure that connects Eastern and Western regions of Nigeria and should be maintained always The Governor made the description on Sunday at the flag off of the construction of Benin-Asaba Highway project. He was represented at the event by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, FCA. "This 125km express way is critical infrastructure that connects the Eastern and Western regions of our country, as such, it should be maintained. "This partnership
Inter-Regional Collaboration in Maritime Security Key To Sustaining Economic Activities In The Riverine Communities.
The relative peace and rapid socio- economic development in the state have been attributed to the peacekeeping initiatives, Inter-regional collaboration, and inclusiveness in ethnic diversity efforts by the state government. The Secretary to the Delta State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu disclosed this today when he declared open the Ministerial Joint Briefing organized as part of activities for the study tour of Delta State by the participants of the Naval Welfare Course 9, of the Naval War College, Calabar. Dr. Emu said the various Conflict Resolutions
Oborevwori felicitates NUJ at 70
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) on its 70th anniversary. Oborevwori’s felicitation was contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, wherein he congratulated the President of the NUJ, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya and all members of the union on their contributions to ethical journalism and nation building. While calling for better welfare for practicing Nigerian journalists, Governor Oborevwori urged them to keep learning and relearning to become more ethical and development-focused, as members
Ughelli South United Forum Endorses Oborevwori for Re-Election in 2027
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori’s chances for a smooth re-election in 2027, yesterday, received a major boost as the Ughelli South United Forum (USUF), endorsed the Governor for a second term in office. The group gave the endorsement during strategic meetings with Chief Adviser to the Governor, Senator Ighoyota Amori and State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Solomon Arenyeka, where members reaffirmed their commitment to the governor’s leadership and developmental strides. The meeting, which brought together key stakeholders, focused on discussing
Oborevwori warns civil servants against age falsification
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has frowned at the attitude of some civil servants in the state who engage in age falsification with the dubious intent to prolong their years of service. He warned those involved to desist from such dubious act or face severe sanctions. Governor Oborevwori handed down the warning on Tuesday evening at a dinner organised by the state government for the College of Permanent Secretaries led by the State Head of Service, Mr. Reginald Bayoko; Heads of Extra Ministerial
LAND DISPUTE: Oborevwori Receives Report On Ogwashi-Uku, Neighbouring Communities, Pledges Prompt Release Of White Paper
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, assured the people of Ogwashi-Uku kingdom and neighbouring communities of the prompt study and release of white paper on the Commission of Inquiry's report on the land disputes in the area. Governor Oborevwori gave the assurance while receiving the report of the Commission of Inquiry into the lingering kingship/land ownership dispute within Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom in Aniocha South Local Government Area and neighbouring communities in the state. He said the findings of the committee would give the State Government
Oborevwori’s development agenda resonates across Delta, says Aniagwu
Delta State Government, Monday, said the Governor Sheriff Oborevwori's MORE Agenda is manifesting in all parts and across all sectors of the state. Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, stated this on "Politics HQ" on News Central Television, monitored in Asaba. While responding to Senator Ovie Omo-Agege's allegations of marginalisation of Delta South Senatorial District, Aniagwu said the Governor Sheriff Oborevwori's MORE Agenda resonates in all the 25 local government areas across the state. He said, "The tactics of our brother, the
