Accountability: Oborevwori challenges Delta opposition to projects tour
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has called on the opposition in the state to join him on tour of projects to see, first hand, what his administration was doing with funds accruing to the state. Speaking after the inspection of completed twin-bridges at Ubu River along Ughelli-Asaba Expressway, Governor Oborevwori described former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege's criticism of his administration as a manifestation of ignorance and lack of knowledge of the workings of the government. The Governor, who refused to
Security vital for economic growth, social stability, devt – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, said the security of lives and property remained a top priority of his administration. He said this was because safety and security are essential for enduring economic growth, social stability and wholesome development. Governor Oborevwori stated this in his remarks during the unveiling and handover of Criminal data base and equipment to the Delta State Police Command to aid the implementation of the Administration of Criminal Justice Law, 2022. The Governor, at the ceremony, stated that a functional justice
We Respond To Critics With Projects, Says Oborevwori
The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has said that his administration would continue to respond to criticisms with verifiable projects that are positively impacting the lives of Deltans. He noted that there had been a few members of opposition political parties in the state who were only functional on social media platforms, adding that "Deltans are aware of the projects executed by his administration in their localities and appreciate what his administration is doing for them". Represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme,
Oborevwori Assures Of Fair, Peaceful Resolution Of Ogbe-Ijoh/Aladja Crisis
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Sunday, assured the people of Ogbe-Ijaw in Warri South West and Aladja in Udu Local Government Areas of the state of unbiased and peaceful resolution of their crisis. Governor Oborevwori gave the assurance during a 'thank you' visit to Ijaw traditional rulers and political leaders who gathered at the Ugborikoko residence of the Pere of Ogulagha Kingdom and Chairman of Delta Ijaw Traditional Rulers' Forum, Captain (Elder) Joseph Timiyen. He commended the people for not resorting to violence, adding
Delta govt demotes two engineers for certifying uncompleted projects
Delta State Government has demoted two serving engineers for issuing certificates of job completion on road projects which were yet to be completed. The affected officers, Engr. Gabriel Evuarhere and Engr. Samuel Nwokolobia, were demoted from Deputy Director to Assistant Director and Assistant Director to Chief Engineer respectively. The action was sequel to a letter conveying the outcome of a disciplinary committee signed by William O. Ogolokpe for the Head of Service. According to two separate letters, which read in parts; "That you Engr. Gabriel Evuarhere is
Delta Blazes Trail In CNG Vehicles …Signs Conversion MoU With NIPCO
Delta State Government and NIPCO Gas Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the establishment of a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion centre of vehicles in the state. The brief ceremony took place in Asaba on Thursday with the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Emu, the Commissioner for Transport, Mr Onoriode Agofure, and the Attorney -General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN, signing on behalf of the state government, while Mr Sanjay Tarat signed for NIPCO Gas Limited. After the
Delta Govt approves N1bn revolving fund for MSMEs
The Delta State Government has approved a ₦1 billion revolving fund to be managed by the Bank of Industry (BOI) at a single digit interest rate to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the state. The State Commissioner for Economic Planning, Mr Sonny Ekedayen, disclosed this on Thursday, during a post EXCO press briefing at Government House, Asaba. Ekedayen said the initiative aimed to boost entrepreneurship, create jobs, and drive economic growth by providing accessible financing to small business owners at a single digit
Oborevwori, at maiden 2025 Delta Exco meeting, vows more bumper projects
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, said his administration was poised to deliver life- changing projects for the people ahead of his second year anniversary. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this in his opening remarks at the maiden State Executive Council meeting for 2025 at Exco Chamber, Government House, Asaba. He said his administration had lined up humongous projects across the three senatorial districts and urged Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to fastrack the process of awarding the projects in line with his administration's MORE Agenda. He
Why Oborevwori was conferred with Governor of the year award – Delta Govt
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, said Governor Sheriff Oborevwori was honoured with the Governor of The Year Award for his fiscal discipline and innovative approach to governance. Aniagwu, who was responding to immediate past Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege's criticism on the choice of Governor Oborevwori for the award, said the state government, under the governor’s watch, had completed numerous projects, while also initiating new ones without borrowing to fund them. Speaking at a press
PDP Governors move to resolve party’s crisis
PDP Governors move to resolve party's crisis State Governors elected on the ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have waded into the crisis rocking the party with a call on the National Working Committee (NWC) to convoke a meeting of the National Executive Committee (NEC) to be held on March 18, 2025. Rising from a meeting of the Forum held at the Government House, Asaba, the Forum's Chairman and Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, said, "The Forum noted with delight the ongoing efforts at
