Oborevwori congratulates Admiral Mike Onah on birth anniversary
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated elder statesman and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Admiral Mike Onah, OON (retd) on his birth anniversary. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba on Friday, the Governor described the former Chief of Naval Accounts and Ex-Chairman of Military Pension Board as a distinguished military officer, elder stateman and administrator per excellence. The Governor noted that the celebrant's steadfastness, dedication, and commitment towards nation building, peace, unity, and progress
Ijaw nation pledges sustained support for Oborevwori
The leadership and other stakeholders of the Ijaw ethnic nationality in Delta State have pledged continued loyalty and support for the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori beyond his first tenure. Chairman of the Leaders and Stakeholders of the Ijaw nation and former Minister of Police Affairs, Alaowei Broderick Bozimo, made the pledge on behalf of the Ijaw nation during a courtesy visit to the Governor, at Government House, Asaba, on Wednesday. The elder statesman said they had come to appreciate the Governor for the good things
Onyeme Tasks Nigerians On Patriotism
The Acting Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, has tasked Nigerians to be patriotic for the country to take its pride of place in the comity of nations. He made the call on Friday in Asaba when he received on courtesy call, members of Egbema Leaders of Thoughts, Egbema Kingdom, Delta/Edo States. According to him, Nigerians should always put the interest of the country first before personal interest asserting, "if all Nigerians imbibe the spirit of being patriotic not just for 'my own' but 'my
FAILED ASABA-ONITSHA PORTION OF BENIN-ONITSHA EXPRESSWAY: Onyeme Heaves Sigh Of Relief As Remedial Work Commences
The Acting Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, Thursday, expressed hope that the nightmare faced by motorist plying the Benin-Onitsha Expressway would soon be over with the commencement of remedial works on the failed portion of the road at Asaba-Onitsha axis. Onyeme who went on on-the-spot assessment of the failed portion of the roads and the internal roads in Asaba metropolis which have been witnessing a lot of traffic as a result of the failed portion of the federal road, said that the contractor
Onyeme Says Music Has No Barrier
Acting Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, has described music as a universal language that transcends cultural and linguistic barriers. Onyeme stated this on Wednesday at the International Festival for Choral and Traditional Music held in Asaba. According to him, music connect people of diverse backgrounds and mobilize people towards a common cause. The Acting Governor said; "it is fitting that Asaba was chosen to host this edition of the event in Nigeria. "Delta State is a hub of music and entertainment, indeed, the state has a
Delta Govt urges citizens to apply for Army recruitment
Delta State Government has called on eligible youths in the state to take advantage of the ongoing Nigerian Army recruitment to join the military. Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Emu, made the call while playing host to the team lead of the South-South Recruitment Sensitization Exercise, Brig. Gen. Wilto Nzidee and Commander 63 Brigade, Nigerian Army Brig. Gen. Unachukwu Unachukwu on Monday in Asaba. The SSG while commending the Army for the sensitisation exercise, said Delta had improved on its quota compared to last
Delta Committed To A Free, Independent Judiciary – Onyeme
The Acting Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, has said that the State Government is committed to promoting a free and independent Judiciary. Speaking at a special court session to mark the opening of 2024/2025 legal year, on Monday in Asaba, Onyeme said, "as a government, we have put premium on maintaining a free and independent Judiciary and it is pertinent to mention that Delta State is one of the first States in the Federation to pass the Judiciary (Financial) Autonomy Law, which was
Teachers’ Day: Oborevwori Challenges Teachers To Continuously Upgrade Their Knowledge, Skills
The Governor of Delta State, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori on Saturday, challenged teachers to continuously upgrade their knowledge and teaching skills He gave the charge on Saturday while speaking at this year's celebration of Teachers' Day held in Asaba. The governor was represented at the occasion by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme. "Teachers and educationists must continuously upgrade their knowledge and teaching skills and adapt to changing situations very quickly," the governor said, asserting, "the role of the teacher in nation building cannot be over emphasised,; a
Oborevwori approves scholarship for children of deceased civil servants, physically challenged students
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori has graciously given approval for the payment of year 2023 scholarship to children of deceased civil servants and students living with disabilities in the state. The scholarship scheme for children of deceased civil servants is designed to cater for the bereaved children of Delta State civil servants who died while in active service. Similarly, the scholarship scheme for the physically challenged students is part of Delta State Government’s effort to assist physically challenged persons, who, in spite of their
