DELCOM project to attract $1bn, boost jobs, transform Delta’s agriculture – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, yesterday, said the Delta State Commercial Oil Palm Plantations Growers Cooperative Society Limited (DELCOM COOP) project was expected to attract close to $1 billion in development finance over the next decade. Governor Oborevwori who disclosed this at the public presentation and launch of DELCOM COOP/Delta State Oil Palm Plantations Development Land Bank and Agric Data in Asaba, said it was expected to create thousands of jobs, stimulate the local economy and position Delta State as a frontrunner in
Nigeria’s First Lady visits Delta, Advocates free treatment for HIV/AIDS
Nigeria's First Lady and wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Tuesday, advocated free treatment programmes for Human Immunodeficiency Virus/ Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, HIV/AIDS patients in the country. Speaking during a visit to Delta State Traditional Rulers Council in Asaba, she highlighted the impact of HIV/AIDS, especially among young people. She encouraged traditional rulers to help spread awareness and advocate for health issues, including the elimination of female genital mutilation. Tinubu said; "additionally, there is an education-focused campaign called 'Flow with Confidence', which provides free sanitary pads
Benin-Asaba Expressway, Critical Infrastructure That Must Be Maintained Says Oborevwori
The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has described the Benin-Asaba Highway as a critical infrastructure that connects Eastern and Western regions of Nigeria and should be maintained always The Governor made the description on Sunday at the flag off of the construction of Benin-Asaba Highway project. He was represented at the event by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, FCA. "This 125km express way is critical infrastructure that connects the Eastern and Western regions of our country, as such, it should be maintained. "This partnership
Delta Among 4th Largest Economy in Nigeria – SSG
Delta State has emerged as one of the top four largest economies in Nigeria, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, has said. Dr. Emu, stated this in his keynote speech at the 2025 Public Lecture and Awards Ceremony of the Association of Professional Bodies of Nigeria (APBN) Delta State Chapter held in Asaba on Thursday. He said the theme: The Role of Professionals in the Successful Implementation of the Delta State Government MORE Agenda was apt and highlighted the state's impressive growth trajectory,
Ughelli South United Forum Endorses Oborevwori for Re-Election in 2027
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori’s chances for a smooth re-election in 2027, yesterday, received a major boost as the Ughelli South United Forum (USUF), endorsed the Governor for a second term in office. The group gave the endorsement during strategic meetings with Chief Adviser to the Governor, Senator Ighoyota Amori and State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Solomon Arenyeka, where members reaffirmed their commitment to the governor’s leadership and developmental strides. The meeting, which brought together key stakeholders, focused on discussing
Oborevwori’s development agenda resonates across Delta, says Aniagwu
Delta State Government, Monday, said the Governor Sheriff Oborevwori's MORE Agenda is manifesting in all parts and across all sectors of the state. Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, stated this on "Politics HQ" on News Central Television, monitored in Asaba. While responding to Senator Ovie Omo-Agege's allegations of marginalisation of Delta South Senatorial District, Aniagwu said the Governor Sheriff Oborevwori's MORE Agenda resonates in all the 25 local government areas across the state. He said, "The tactics of our brother, the
ALADJA/OGBE-IJOH CRISIS: Governor Oborevwori strikes lasting peace
… as parties agree on terms of settlement Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Saturday, met with stakeholders of Aladja and Ogbe-Ijoh communities in Udi and Warri South-West Local Government Areas of the state over the age-long land dispute. The meeting, which held at the Osubi residence of the Governor, had in attendance members of the peace committee of the Aladja and Ogbe-Ijoh crisis. At the meeting, both parties agreed to live in peace and adhere to the terms of settlement agreeable to both communities. While addressing
