Delta Begins Construction of Landmark Asaba Waterfront City
Delta State Government has commenced construction of access road to the proposed Asaba waterfront city in the state capital. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, who disclosed this during the inspection of the project on Tuesday, said the project was conceived by the previous administration through a Public Private Partnership (PPP) Model. He said the state government’s role was to construct a 6-lane access road to the new city, while the developers were expected to reclaim the land and develop the city. He said: "Asaba is becoming very attractive to
Oborevwori: The Journey So Far
By Monday Uwagwu Since his inauguration on May 29, 2023, the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has approached governance with a steadfast commitment to his MORE agenda, delivering on promises to an understandably expectant populace. Now, 19 months into his first term, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has demonstrated remarkable capacity in meeting public expectations. His achievements across various sectors are evident and impressive. Like an adept marksman with a full hunting bag, Oborevwori’s accomplishments weigh heavily in his favour. The evidence of his success is
Oborevwori tasks Nigerians on nation’s peace, devt
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged Nigerians to shun inflammatory remarks and divisive tendencies for the sustainable peace, unity and development of the nation in line with the heroic sacrifices of the country's fallen heroes and legionnaires. Governor Oborevwori gave the charge at a special interdenominational thanksgiving mass in commemoration of the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration held at the Emmanuel The Saviour Catholic Church, Asaba. Governor Oborevwori, represented by the State Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, said Nigerians owed it a
2025: We’ll scale up infrastructure devt in Delta – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Sunday, said the state would witness enhanced delivery of more infrastructure in 2025. The Governor said he would embark on more inspection and inauguration of projects in the office in the new year. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this during the inspection of projects within Asaba and the state capital territory. Speaking at the proposed Asaba International Market, Governor Oborevwori said he decided to visit some of the projects to see things for himself. He said: "We won't just sit in the office
Oborevwori decorates CSO, ADC, others with new ranks
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, decorated his Chief Security Officer, (CSO) Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Omoarebun Iluobe,; his Aide-De-Camp, (ADC), Superintendent of Police (SP) Oreoluwa Ogunwumiju, and five others who were newly promoted by the Police authority in Government House, Asaba. Other officers include the Provost, SP Kenneth Iyetor; Unit Commander, Government House, Asaba, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Bako Ibrahim; Escort Commander, DSP Umoh Ubong; OC Communication, Government House, DSP Anthony Okonji, and Unit Commander 51 Police Mobile Force (PMF)
Oborevwori congratulates Leo Ogor at 66
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated a former Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Leo Ogor, as he clocks 66 years today. Ogor represented Isoko Federal Constituency in the Green Chamber, from 2003 - 2023 and was elected Deputy Majority Leader in 2011 and Minority Leader in 2015-2019. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the governor described the erstwhile lawmaker as a "brave leader with lots of uncommon accomplishments." According to the Governor, the sterling
Oborevwori felicitates Chief Victor Egukawhore at 59
The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated marine mogul and Chairman of Dewayles Group of Companies, High Chief (Dr) Victor Egukawhore, on his 59th birth anniversary on January 6. Governor Oborevwori, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, on Monday, described the Enhwe-Isoko-born marine and construction mogul as an ideal businessman and philanthropist whose investments and kindness had improved the lives of legion people. According to him, the state government and citizens treasure Egukawhore's assistance and altruistic sacrifices
Oborevwori mourns victims of Agbor tanker fire incident, directs remedial action
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended his heart-felt condolences to the families of victims of Sunday's fire incident caused by a fallen diesel tanker in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of the state. The diesel tanker reportedly suffered a brake failure, and fell at a traffic light junction and exploded into a ball of fire that burnt four persons to death. Three other persons suffered various degrees of injury in the explosion and the resultant inferno. In commiserating with the Ika South Local
Oborevwori salutes Chief Godwin Ogbetuo at 93
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, congratulated elder statesman, Chief Godwin Ogbetuo on his 93rd birth anniversary. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the Governor lauded Ogbetuo for his avowed commitment to the struggle for good governance and accountability in the state and country. He prayed that God would produce more leaders in Delta and Nigeria's political and socioeconomic spheres who would follow Ogbetuo's example, describing the nonagenerian as a leader who embodies statesmanship and selflessness. Oborevwori said:
A greater Delta ‘ll emerge in 2025 – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has assured the people of the state of greater dividends of democracy in 2025, with a call for more prayers and support for his administration and the state. He made the call in his New Year Message to the people in which he expressed gratitude to God for seeing Deltans and residents through 2024 and into 2025, remarking that last year was quite challenging for the state and the nation. In the message contained in a statement by his
