Oborevwori Celebrates ARISE News Analyst, Reuben Abati, At 60
The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has felicitated with veteran journalist and ARISE News anchor and analyst, Dr. Reuben Abati, on the occasion of his 60th birth anniversary. Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, described the former Presidential Spokesman and Erstwhile Chairman, Editorial Board of The Guardian Newspaper, as a renowned journalist whose career has been marked by excellence, courage, and impactful service to the nation and humanity. The Governor commended Dr. Abati for his outstanding contributions
MORE Agenda Is About Giving Every Deltan Opportunities To Succeed, Says Oborevwori
... As Urhobo College Beats Ogbe-Ijaw 2-1 To Win Principal's Cup Urhobo College emerged victorious at year 2025 edition of the Zenith Bank/Delta State Principal's Cup. The football match played at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba on Thursday, saw Urhobo College, Effurun beating Ogbe Ijaw Grammar School, Ogbe-Ijaw 2-1 to emerge victorious. With the victory, Urhobo College went home with a brand new bus and N2 million while Ogbe-Ijaw got N1.5 million. Speaking at the occasion, the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, congratulated Urhobo College
Oborevwori Hails Banking Czar, Jim Ovia, At 74
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, Dr. Jim Ovia, CFR, on the occasion of his 74th birth anniversary, describing him as a visionary leader and trailblazer in Nigeria’s banking industry. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor lauded the Agbor-born banking czar for his exceptional contributions to Nigeria’s financial sector and for pioneering innovations that have redefined modern banking in the country. Governor Oborevwori commended Ovia’s unwavering commitment to
Oborevwori Shines Again, Wins AFRIFF Herbert Wigwe Award for Excellence
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has been honoured with the prestigious Herbert Wigwe Award for Excellence at the ongoing Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) in Lagos. The award, which also recognised Vice President Kashim Shettima, celebrates outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s creative and entertainment industry. Governor Oborevwori, who was represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, expressed gratitude to the organisers of AFRIFF for the recognition, reaffirming Delta State Government’s unwavering commitment to the growth of the creative sector. Onyeme said: “On behalf of the Governor
Oborevwori Inducted into SWAN-Nigeria Order of Sports
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has been inducted into the Nigeria Order of Sports with the Distinguished Governor Award by the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), in recognition of his outstanding contributions to sports development in Delta State and across the nation. The award ceremony, held on Friday at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Abuja, was the grand finale of SWAN’s Diamond Jubilee celebration marking 60 years of excellence in sports journalism in Nigeria. According to the association, Governor Oborevwori was chosen for the
PGF SGSs MEETING: APC States Vow Stronger Synergy On Governance Reforms
Secretaries to the Governments (SGSs) of All Progressives Congress (APC)-governed states have resolved to deepen inter-governmental collaboration, strengthen administrative reforms, and promote digital governance as part of ongoing efforts to enhance policy coordination and service delivery across the federation. The resolutions formed part of the Communiqué of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) Quarterly Strategy Meeting of Secretaries to the Governments of APC-Governed States, held from Thursday, 30th to Friday, 31st October 2025, at Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, Delta State. The two-day session, hosted by the
Oborevwori Bags Outstanding PGF Leadership Award
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has been honoured with the Outstanding Leadership Award for Excellence in Governance by the Progressives Governors’ Forum (PGF), in recognition of his huility, visionary leadership, and transformative strides in Delta State. The award was presented on Thursday at the PGF Quarterly Strategy Meeting of Secretaries to the Governments (SGSs) of APC-Governed States, held at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba. The meeting, themed “Strengthening Subnational Governance Synergy for Effective Policy Coordination in APC-Governed States,” brought together SSGs of APC
NIGERIA TENNIS FEDERATION: Oborevwori Hails Ochei Election As President
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Rt. Hon. Victor Ochei on his election as President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF), describing his victory as well-deserved and a testament to his unwavering commitment to the growth of sports in Nigeria. Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, lauded Ochei, a renowned philanthropist, investor, and supporter of grassroots sports for his passion and consistent contributions to the development of tennis and other sporting disciplines in the country. He noted
Oborevwori Salutes Dr. Pius Sinebe At 76
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has felicitated with erstwhile State Chairman of our former party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Pius Sinebe, on the joyous occasion of his 76th birthday anniversary, describing him as a steadfast leader and pillar of the party in Patani Local Government Area and Delta State. Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, lauded Dr. Sinebe for his enduring contributions to the growth of democracy and grassroots politics in the state and beyond. He noted