MAY DAY: Workers Are Backbone Of Govt- Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborovwori has described workers as the backbone of government's wheel of progress. He stated this on Thursday in Asaba during the 2025 Workers' Day (May Day) celebration. The governor who was represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, noted that, Workers' Day is not just a celebration, asserting that, "It is a moment to reflect on shared journey and renewal of commitment to building a Delta State and Nigeria where every worker is valued, empowered and rewarded." Governor Oborevwori noted that,
Oborevwori, Ibori, Okowa, Others Bid Utuama Farewell
The Sacred Heart Catholic Cathedral in Warri was the site of a solemn and emotional farewell on Wednesday as the remains of the late Professor Amos Utuama, SAN, former Deputy Governor of Delta State, were laid to rest. The funeral service attracted a host of dignitaries from across the state and beyond, including Governor Sheriff Oborevwori; former Governors Chief James Ibori and Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa; Senator Ede Dafinone (Delta Central); Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas (Delta South); Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi
Defections: Nigeria will never be a one-party state — Aniagwu
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has dismissed concerns that Nigeria is slipping into a one-party state following the mass defection of members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during an interview on TVC News, Aniagwu explained that the defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and members of the Delta PDP to the APC was not from a position of weakness, but from a position of strength. He likened remaining in the PDP
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,
Inter-Regional Collaboration in Maritime Security Key To Sustaining Economic Activities In The Riverine Communities.
The relative peace and rapid socio- economic development in the state have been attributed to the peacekeeping initiatives, Inter-regional collaboration, and inclusiveness in ethnic diversity efforts by the state government. The Secretary to the Delta State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu disclosed this today when he declared open the Ministerial Joint Briefing organized as part of activities for the study tour of Delta State by the participants of the Naval Welfare Course 9, of the Naval War College, Calabar. Dr. Emu said the various Conflict Resolutions
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
Delta govt donates two buses to NANS, NADESSTU
Delta State Government, Tuesday, presented a brand new bus each to the National Association of Nigeria Students/Joint Campus Committee (NANS/JCC) in the state and the National Association of Delta State Students (NADESSTU). Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, presented keys of the two buses to the Chairman of NANS/JCC, Comrade Samson Ikpahwore, and NADESSTU National President, Comrade Monday Wiska. Speaking during the presentation of the buses at Government House, Asaba, Dr. Emu said the gesture of the state government was aimed at facilitating
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
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
We Won’t Allow Oppression Of Host Communities, Disruption Of Oil Production – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, said his administration would not allow oil companies operating in the state to oppress their host communities, neither would it tolerate host communities disrupting oil production. Governor Oborevwori stated this while playing host to the management of Chevron Nigeria Limited who paid him a courtesy visit at Government House, Asaba. He disclosed that the state government derived most of its revenues from oil production, adding that for that reason, he would not want anything that might disrupt oil