ROAD EXPANSION: We’ll redesign Effurun roundabout for free traffic flow – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Sunday, said the state government was working with the construction giant, Julius Berger, to redesign and remodel the Effurun roundabout for the purpose of providing cloverleaf and road expansion in the busy corridor. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this to newsmen shortly after inspecting the flyover under construction at PTI junction in Uvwie Local Government Area of the state. The Governor, who said he was impressed with the job done so far on the projects, expressed optimism that Julius Berger would
Oborevwori, Guwor, Dafinone, others pay last respect to Gbagi
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, Friday, attended the funeral ceremony of former Minister of State for Education, Olorogun Kenneth Gbagi. Gbagi, who was Delta State Governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the 2023 general elections, died on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the age of 62 years. Other dignitaries at the funeral include; Chief Judge of Delta State, Justice Theresa Diai;
Adeleke inaugurates Okpanam-Ibusa bypass
... As Oborevwori vows credible LG polls Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, Thursday, inaugurated the completed Okpanam-Ibusa Bypass in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State. Performing the inauguration, Governor Adeleke thanked his host, Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori, and other Deltans for their warm reception, adding that he was impressed with the performance of the state governor and proud to be associated with him and the people of the state. He said he was particularly impressed with the performances of Governor Oborevwori in one year of
Oborevwori pledges sustained partnership with security agencies
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, pledged sustained partnership with the military and other security agencies for effective security and socio-economic development of the state. Governor Oborevwori who was speaking while playing host to the General Officer Commanding (GOC) the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army, Port Harcourt, in Asaba, reiterated the state government's support for security agencies in the state. While approving the construction of internal roads at the 6 Brigade Headquarters, Asaba, he noted that the Army have been playing a significant
Oborevwori congratulates Okonjo-Iweala at 70
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Director-General of World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, GCON as she clocks 70 years on June 13. Governor Oborevwori in a statement released in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, praised Okonjo-Iweala, a distinguished Deltan from Ogwashi-Uku and the first African woman to lead the global trade organisation, as a shining example of professionalism and integrity and as a great role model for women. He commended the WTO Director-General for her sublime
Oborevwori felicitates Erstwhile Dep Governor, Elue at 84
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated a former Deputy Governor of the state, Chief Benjamin Elue, on his 84th birth anniversary on June 6. Governor Oborevwori, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, noted that Chief Elue, a distinguished educator and politician whose modesty, devotion, and loyalty has continued to inspire younger generation of politicians and leaders, served as former Governor James Ibori's deputy from 1999 to 2007. According to him, Chief Elue had been faithful and
Air Force Chief, Abubakar hails Oborevwori over support to military, execution of M.O.R.E Agenda
...as Oborevwori gifts Nigerian Airforce land The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, Wednesday, commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for the support the Delta State Government has provided to the Air Force over the years and also on the robust execution of his M.O.R.E agenda in the state. Abubakar who spoke during a courtesy visit to the governor at Government House Asaba, also hailed Governor Oborevwori for gifting the Air Force land land to fully entrench itself in the state. He spoke as Governor Oborevwori handed
Oborevwori celebrates Edith Okowa at 63
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the wife of the immediate past Governor of the state, Dame Edith Okowa, on her 63rd birth anniversary. Governor Oborevwori, in statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, lauded Dame Okowa for her charitable endeavours, particularly those aimed at giving the less-fortunate members of the society a higher quality of life. He said that Dame Okowa remained an honourable and selfless woman who stood stoically by her husband as Governor of the state
1ST YEAR ANNIVERSARY: CUPP/IPAC score Oborevwori high
...says he has turned Delta to a construction site The Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP and the Inter Party Advisory Council, IPAC in Delta State have commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for turning the entire state to a huge construction site within one year in office. At a joint press conference in Asaba to critically appraise Governor Oborevwori's one year in office, IPAC Chairman in the state, Prince Henry Eze and his CUPP counterpart, Chief Efe Tobor Josiah, congratulated Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on his one year
