Delta Govt Pledges Continuous Synergy With The Armed Forces
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff Oborowevri has assured the Military and other sister agencies of the continuous support of his administration to its operations in the state. The governor stated this on Tuesday at the launch of the 2025 Emblem Appeal Fund held at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba. The Governor who was represented by the Commissioner For Finance, Sir. Fidelis Tilije, honoured and appreciated both fallen and serving heroes of the Armed forces for their efforts in keeping peace and protecting Nigeria's
Flood Prevention: Oborevwori commences 20km storm drainage in Osubi, environs
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has commenced the construction of a 20km storm drainage project to solve the huge flooding challenge in Osubi, Ugolo-Okpe, Okuokoko and environs in Okpe Local Government Area of the state. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural and Riverine Roads), Mr Charles Aniagwu, disclosed this to journalists during an inspection of the discharge point at Ugolo-Okpe, on Tuesday. He said that the project was in line with the Meaningful Development plank of the Governor's MORE Agenda, assuring that the first
SOCIAL MALAISE: Oborevwori calls for proper upbringing of children
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Sunday, called on parents to dedicate more time towards training of their children as a panacea to the rising wave of crime and social malaise in the country. Governor Oborevwori gave the charge in his remarks at the dedication of Baby Tamara Guwor, daughter of Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt Hon. Emomotimi Guwor at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Redemption Hall, Airport Road, Warri. He said: "I am happy to be hear again for the
We’re utilising dry season to complete ongoing projects – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, said his administration was taking advantage of the dry season to complete some of its ongoing projects across the state. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this during an inspection of the Sector 'A' of the Ughelli-Asaba dualization project at Km 77 in Aradhe, Isoko North local government area of the state. The Governor urged contractors to take advantage of the dry season to achieve some milestones on their projects. He said, "First and foremost, we are not playing with the dry
MORE Biz-Up: Oborevwori Disburses Grants To 2,000 MSMEs
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, disbursed financial grants to 2,000 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, MSMEs, in the state to grow their businesses and cushion the effects of the inclement economic realities in the country. Speaking during the disbursement ceremony of the MORE Business Upscale Programme (MORE BIZ-UP) held at the Events Centre, Asaba, organised by Delta State Job and Wealth Creation Bureau, Governor Oborevwori said the gesture was designed to empower the entrepreneurs to cushion effects of the economic hardship in
Oborevwori savours unity in Delta, assures of prosperous 2025
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has appreciated Deltans for the cooperation, peace and unity in the state, assuring that year 2025 would witness more blessings, development and prosperity for the people. Governor Oborevwori, who gave the assurance at the 2024 Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols organised by the Government House Chapel, Asaba, said the carols session was an opportunity to pray for the unity and progress of the state and country. The Governor also lauded the synergy and cooperation between the three arms
Oborevwori felicitates Orodje of Okpe at 78
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Chairman of Delta State Council of Traditional Rulers and Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, HRM Maj. Gen. Felix Mujakperuo (rtd), Orhue I, on his 78th birth anniversary. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the Governor highlighted the monarch's significant role and influence in Nigeria as a bridge-builder with unwavering integrity. Oborevwori said that the monarch's "decades of outstanding contribution to peace and development" underscored his longstanding efforts in fostering harmony
Oborevwori tasks PDP leadership to harvest opposition members
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has charged the new leadership of the state Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to work towards harvesting members of the opposition parties to boost its chances in future elections. Governor Oborevwori, gave the charge, on Sunday, at the thanksgiving service of the Chairman Delta South PDP, Chief Emman Amgbaduba at Living Faith Church, Udu. Represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, FCA, Oborevwori said that Deltans would benefit more if the state remains united under one political party. He said: "We
Delta tops 2024 accountability, transparency report
Delta State has been rated among top 10 states in the 2024 Governance Accountability and Transparency Index (G.A.T.I), a project developed to become an annual report, focusing on the accountability and transparency perception index of each of the 36 state governments in Nigeria. In the maiden edition, Delta, Lagos, Kwara, Ekiti, Anambra, Enugu, Benue, Akwa Ibom, Borno and Osun states, were ranked in Category A, on equal Average Index Points. The report is a project of the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers (G.O.M.E.P) Nigeria,
