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  • Oborevwori constitutes 20-Member 2024 Flood Disaster Mgt Committee

    Oborevwori constitutes 20-Member 2024 Flood Disaster Mgt Committee

    The Governor of Delta State, Hon.Elder Sheriff Oborevwori has approved the constitution of the 2024 Flood Disaster Management Committee.

    According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) Dr Kingsley Eze Emu, the composition of the committee is as follows:

    Dr. Kingsley Emu – Chairman
    Secretary to the State Government

    Hon. Ejiro Terry Etacherure – Co-Chairman
    Hon. Commissioner, Bureau for Special Duties

    Mr. Ejiro Tommy Jamani – Member
    Honourable Commissioner for Environment

    Dr. Joseph Onojaeme – Member
    Hon. Commissioner for Health

    Dr. Kingsley Ashibuogwu – Member
    Hon. Commissioner for Primary Education

    Mrs. Rose Ezewu – Member
    Hon. Commissioner for Secondary Education

    Orode Meyiwa Uduaghan – Member
    Hon. Commissioner, Humanitarian Affairs, Social and Girl Child Development

    Hon. Ifeanyi Osuoza – Member
    Hon. Commissioner for Information

    Hon. Darlington Ijeh – Member
    Hon. Commissioner, Culture & Tourism

    Hon. Patrick Ukah – Member
    Director General, Asaba Capital Territory Development Agency

    Mr. Goday Ejinyere – Member
    Director General, Warri Uvwie & Environs Development Agency

    Hon. Dimaro Progress – Member
    Special Adviser (Community Enterprises Dev.)

    Mr. Chuks Ojei – Member
    Special Adviser (Special Duties)

    Hon. Peter O. Uviejitobor – Member
    Special Adviser (Government Affairs)

    Chief Godspower Asiuwhu – Member
    Chairman, Taskforce on Environment

    Matthew Mofe Edema
    Chairman, Waste Management Board – Member

    Barr. Lyna Ocholor – Member
    Principal Secretary to the Governor (PSG)

    Mr. Karo G. Ovemeso – Member
    Director, State Emergency Mgt. Agency (SEMA)

    Mr. Austin Maduku – Member
    Dean of HPMs

    Mr. G.E. Ejohwomu – Secretary
    Permanent Secretary, Bureau for Special Duties

    The Terms of Reference of the Committee include:

    to propose appropriate measures for the prevention and management of flooding, address displacement of people and suggest ways for provision of relief materials to victims; and to advise His Excellency, the Governor on measures to achieve the above subject.

  • Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda manifesting in Delta – Okpe Monarch

    Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda manifesting in Delta – Okpe Monarch

    The Orodje of Okpe Kingdom and Chairman Delta State Traditional Rulers Council, HRM Maj-Gen Felix Mujakperuo, Orhue I, Wednesday, said Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s M.O.R.E Agenda was manifesting across the state.

    The monarch spoke during a visit of the Commissioner for Works (Rural and Riverine Roads), Mr Charles Aniagwu at his Palace in Orerokpe, Okpe Local Government Area of the state.

    At the inspection of the ongoing construction of Esezi Road dualisation project at Orerokpe, the Monarch said the Oborevwori administration has delivered several landmark projects across the state in the last one year.

    “The Governor’s MORE Agenda is manifesting and we are not just saying it, it is manifesting physically across the state.

    “Road construction costs a lot of money and it is important to note that with all these roads the governor is doing, he has not borrowed a dime.

    “He is using the resources of the state to do all these not only in my kingdom but across the state. Bringing Julius Berger to work in Delta is another 100 percent mark for the Governor and he is not borrowing money.

    “Governor Oborevwori knows the needs of the people and we appreciate him and we will continue to pray for him because what he has for this state he cannot accomplish it within four years. So we will continue to pray for him so that he will do eight years to enable him accomplish his plans for the state.”

    On disturbance of contractors on project sites, the revered monarch said there is a policy in his kingdom against such nefarious acts, adding, “I have a policy in my kingdom that you cannot disturb government projects because if you do that development will not come to the community.

    “Aside that, there is a law banning ‘Deve’ in Delta State and before I became the traditional ruler when they were building a road to my community people wanted to disturb the contractor and I used soldiers to arrest them to make sure they don’t disturb the contractor.

    “I have always told my people that if you want to supply anything you must do so at the market rate agreed with the contractor and not your own rate.

    “If you want to do a job, they give you at the commercial rate and if you are to supply cement or anything you do so at the market price that’s the only way we can assist government to develop our kingdom.

    “I am happy with this contractor who constructed the Adagbrasa/Ohorhe road and he did a good job there and because of the good job they did that they have given them this one and I am optimistic that they will deliver at the specified time of the contract.”

    Responding, Aniagwu commended the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom for his support to the present and previous administrations in the state.

    On the issues raised, Aniagwu said Governor Oborevwori has directed them to visit all projects site to ensure that projects are being executed in line with the approved Bill of Quantities.

    On accommodation of local interests in road construction, Aniagwu said it was not out of place as long as the locals have the capacity to deliver timely on set targets.

    “The contractor has impressed us with speed and quality even as we commend youths of this area for cooperating with the contractor to do a good job.

    “Oborevwori has promised more and I can assure you that MORE will continue to permeate the atmosphere in Delta.”

  • Oborevwori hails Sanwo-Olu at 59

    Oborevwori hails Sanwo-Olu at 59

    Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated his Lagos state counterpart, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, as he clocks 59 on June 25.

    Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba on Tuesday, praised the Lagos State Governor’s leadership skills and administrative abilities, calling him an exceptional professional, shrewd administrator, and passionate leader of immeasurable worth.

    He expressed gratitude for the outstanding and illustrious achievements made by Governor Sanwo-Olu, whose pragmatist and visionary leadership have kept Lagos and its people growing.

    “On behalf of the government and people of Delta, I heartily rejoice with a reputable politician, outstanding professional, seasoned administrator, and my brother governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos as he turns 59 years today, June 25, 2024.

    “It is our prayer that God will continue to protect you and grant you good health to render more services to Lagosians and mankind,” he said.

  • Demolition exercise is not about Oborevwori to witch-hunt – Delta govt.

    Demolition exercise is not about Oborevwori to witch-hunt – Delta govt.

    Delta Government has reiterated that its land recovery mission was not to witch-hunt anyone but to do the right thing by putting the record straight.

    The Chairman of the Delta Taskforce on Recovery of Government Lands, Chief Frenk Omare, said this during Friday’s demolition exercise of illegal buildings at Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba.

    Recall Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta had given a matching order to a constituted task force to recover illegally acquired government lands across the state.

    Deploying three “Swamp Buggies” bulldozers to the site, Omare said the one-month-old land recovery exercise would be done in all 25 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state.

    According to Omare, the lands were gazetted many years ago by the government but land grabbers stepped in and sold them to unsuspecting individuals without any approved document.

    He, however, challenged aggrieved victims to come up with valid titled documents on the lands acquired.

    He said the government would not pay compensations for illegally erected buildings, adding that the government’s actions in Asaba would serve to warn other illegal occupiers across the state.

    He said the people were adequately sensitised and warned ahead of the demolition exercise but remained adamant until they saw the bulldozers approaching them.

    Omare said, “This demolition exercise is a continuation of the task force assignment in the state.

    “We are still in Asaba axis; we are coming to Ibusa, Agbor, Kwale, Warri, indeed across the 25 LGAs of the state.

    “It is a process and our governor is determined to recover all the lands to the government.

    “How can we pay compensation; the victims ought to pay for the equipment the government is hiring for the demolition.

    “We are looking for the land grabbers who sold the lands and misinformed the less privileged, putting the people in this present suffering.”

    Omare said the land had been gazetted since the administration of Capt. Ibrahim Kefa and upheld by subsequent administrations of Chief James Ibori, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, Sen. Ifeanyi Okowa and now, Oborevwori.

    “Government cannot fold its hand; it is not about Gov. Oborevwori or to witch hunt anybody; it is about government policies,” he said.

    He advised the people to obtain reasonable information from appropriate government agencies, adding that they should promptly remove their valuables if their acquired or rented property was on government land.

    Omare dismissed claims by some of the affected landlords that the government had assured them regularisation of the land titles after they were served quit notices.

    According to reports, over 30 buildings including warehouses were demolished at Camp 74 on the landed area mapped out and gazetted for Dennis Osadebay University.

    Speaking to NAN, some victims said the government should have given enough notice to enable them to relocate and evacuate their wares.

    Others said although they were served quit notices, they had a meeting with the government and were assured their landed properties would be regularised by giving them ownership titles.

    The impacted residents of the area were seen lamenting and making concerted efforts to salvage some of their belongings.

  • Siakpere congratulates Oborevwori at 61

    Siakpere congratulates Oborevwori at 61

    The Director-General Team Siakpere for Oborevwori, Mr John Ewhubare Siakpere has congratulated Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori on his 61st birth anniversary.

    In statement on Wednesday, Siakpere lauded Governor Oborevwori for his tremendous contributions to the growth and development of Delta State and for his philanthropy especially through the Sheriff Oborevwori Foundation.

    Siakpere, the Aghalokpe-born United Kingdom-based lawyer and businessman, remarked that Governor Oborevwori has continued advancing development of the state through the MORE Agenda.

    According to him, Governor Oborevwori since assumption of office a year ago has continued to work assiduously for the peace and sustainable development of the state.

    “On behalf of my family, the leadership of Team Siakpere for Oborevwori, I congratulate His Excellency, the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori on the occasion of his 61st birth anniversary on June 19.

    “We thank you for all the good things you have been doing in our state and as you celebrate this day, it is our prayer that God will continue to bless you with abundant blessings and amazing testimonies.

    “Congratulations and happy birth anniversary Your Excellency!”.

  • Oborevwori congratulates Okonjo-Iweala at 70

    Oborevwori congratulates Okonjo-Iweala at 70

    Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Director-General of World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, GCON as she clocks 70 years on June 13.

    Governor Oborevwori in a statement released in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, praised Okonjo-Iweala, a distinguished Deltan from Ogwashi-Uku and the first African woman to lead the global trade organisation, as a shining example of professionalism and integrity and as a great role model for women.

    He commended the WTO Director-General for her sublime and remarkable achievements in support of Nigeria and the international financial sector.

    Governor Oborevwori remarked that Okonjo-Iweala made laudable contributions to the development of Nigeria’s economy, as a two-time Finance Minister.

    The Delta Governor extolled Okonjo-Iweala for her intellect and skill as a leading economist and specialist in international development, whose faultless work over the years had won her praise from all over the world.

    “As a state, we take great pride in your impressive achievements, which have earned you numerous accolades and recognition over the years.

    “Your innovative contributions as Finance Minister under Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan are particularly noteworthy.

    “On behalf of my family, the Delta State government, and our people, I extend warm congratulations to you, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on your 70th birth anniversary.

    “I join your family, colleagues, and well-wishers in expressing gratitude to God for your remarkable life, filled with outstanding accomplishments and fulfillment.

    “As you celebrate three scores and ten, I pray that God grants you continued good health, happiness, and many more years of impactful contributions to the global economy.”

  • Delta enjoying peace, progress in hard times – Oborevwori

    Delta enjoying peace, progress in hard times – Oborevwori

    Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta says the state has enjoyed peace and progress in hard times within the first year of his administration without borrowing money.

    Oborevwori stated this on Sunday at the 1st Anniversary Thanksgiving Service of the 8th Delta House of Assembly.

    The service was held at The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Region 34 Headquarters, Unity Model Parish, Asaba.

    The governor proudly said that the state had recorded impressive progress in infrastructural and human capital development despite the economic downturn bedevilling the country.

    “God has been faithful in the affairs of the state as people who live outside this state don’t know what we are enjoying; we are enjoying peace and progress.

    “There is also abundance for us in this hard time in Nigeria; Delta has not borrowed in the last one year.

    “You can see that members of the state house of assembly are shining,” he said.

    Oborevwori, however, urged the lawmakers to continue to serve their constituents with the fear of God.

    According to him, God will continue to bless the state to become one of the best states in the country.

    The Speaker of the assembly, Mr Dennis Guwor, said the house needed to thank God for His mercy upon the lawmakers and for keeping them through their first year in office.

    The assembly was inaugurated on June 13, 2023.

    Guwor said the assembly was unique in having one of its own and a former presiding officer of the house as governor.

    “Governor Oborevwori understands perfectly the workings of the state house of assembly, hence we have enjoyed a robust partnership with the executive.

    “My colleagues respect the leadership of the house and there has been lots of cooperation among members; I thank them for their support and partnership,” he said.

    Guwor, commending residents for selecting the best out of the state to represent them in the assembly, promised the house would not fail them.

    According to him, the house received 18 bills from the executive and private-member, of which nine had been passed and three already assented.

    Meanwhile, in his sermon, the host pastor, Olufemi Olumide, says thanksgiving is the key that opens all doors.

    Olumide commended the assembly for appreciating God with a thanksgiving service.

    Olumide said the 8th Assembly was unique as it represented a new beginning in the affairs of the state legislature.

    The occasion, he said, had accommodated Christ at the state’s centre of affairs.

    Meanwhile, the governor unveiled the 8th Assembly “Legislative Agenda”.

    The Legislative Agenda is the policy thrust of the eighth assembly that is expected to guide it in the next three years.

    Dignitaries at the occasion include the Wife of the Governor, Mrs Tobore Oborevwori; the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme; the immediate past Deputy Governor, Deacon Kingsley Otuaro and others.

  • 1ST ANNIVERSARY: Tunde Smooth Lauds Oborevwori, Delta Assembly’s Developmental Strides

    1ST ANNIVERSARY: Tunde Smooth Lauds Oborevwori, Delta Assembly’s Developmental Strides

    1ST ANNIVERSARY: Tunde Smooth Lauds Oborevwori, Delta Assembly’s Developmental Strides

    Renowned businessman and Bolowei of the Niger Delta, High Chief Tunde Smooth has lauded Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, the Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor and members of the House for their sustained contributions to the development of the state.

    Chief Smooth made the commendation in an interview with journalists at the 1st Anniversary thanksgiving service of the 8th Delta State House of Assembly held at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Region 34 Headquarter, Unity Model Parish, Asaba on Sunday.

    The business mogul applauded Governor Oborevwori for his impactful services to Deltans in just one year, adding that the partnership between the Executive and the Legislature would pave way for the overall development of the state in line with the MORE Agenda of the Governor.

    He said Delta was blessed to have the present crop of leaders in the state, expressing optimism that the next one year would be a year of greater advancement for Deltans in all ramifications.

    Smooth commended Governor Oborevwori for the many projects executed in Warri and environs including the Upper and Lower Erejuwa Road and the ongoing construction of three flyovers, cloverleaf, pedestrian bridges and road expansion projects in the oil city of Warri.

    He said on completion of the projects, Governor Oborevwori would have succeeded in renewing and revamping infrastructure in Warri, Uvwie and environs and urged the Speaker and members of the House to continue to legislate on bills and motions that would have direct impact on Deltans and residents of the state.

    The Ijaw leader further prayed God to grant Governor Oborevwori, Speaker Guwor and members of the State House of Assembly the wisdom and resources to lead the state to greater heights.

  • Oborevwori is Governor for all Deltans, says APC House of Reps member Waive + Photos

    Oborevwori is Governor for all Deltans, says APC House of Reps member Waive + Photos

    The member representing Ughelli North/Ughelli South/Udu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Francis Ejiroghene Waive has lauded the leadership style of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, describing him as, “Governor for all Deltans”.

    Waive in a letter titled, “Thank you for being Governor to all Deltans,” addressed to Governor Oborevwori and made available to newsmen on Friday, said that the governor had no room for “politics of bitterness.”

    According to him, Rt. Hon. Oborevwori is a detrabilised leader who treats everyone with respect irrespective of party or religious affiliations.

    The All Progressives Congress, APC lawmaker who is Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Rules and Business, lauded Oborevwori for upholding the tradition of assisting members of the National Assembly from the state with vehicles.

    The letter reads: “Permit me Your Excellency to begin by thanking you for upholding the tradition of assisting members of the National Assembly from our state with operational vehicles.

    “You have done what has never been done in our history by extending this kind gesture to ALL irrespective of political party affiliation.

    “Today, I received mine and all of us in the Delta caucus of the 10th National Assembly appreciate you.

    “You have demonstrated again and again that you are Governor of all Deltans and posterity will not forget you.

    “This is a new dawn in our polity; please keep carrying every one along, because, this is the right thing to do and our state and you too will reap the benefits.

    “I am grateful, and I pray that the Almighty God will bless you and reward you by Himself.

    “Please, accept the assurances of my utmost regards.”

  • Air Force Chief, Abubakar hails Oborevwori over support to military, execution of M.O.R.E Agenda(Photos)

    Air Force Chief, Abubakar hails Oborevwori over support to military, execution of M.O.R.E Agenda(Photos)

    …as Oborevwori gifts Nigerian Airforce land

    The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, Wednesday, commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for the support the Delta State Government has provided to the Air Force over the years and also on the robust execution of his M.O.R.E agenda in the state.

    Abubakar who spoke during a courtesy visit to the governor at Government House Asaba, also hailed Governor Oborevwori for gifting the Air Force land land to fully entrench itself in the state.

    He spoke as Governor Oborevwori handed over the Certificate of Occupancy of 66.6 hectares of land to the Air Force.

    Air Marshal Abubakar who said he was in the state to oversight the operational responsibilities of the Air Force in Warri, said he could not but thank Governor Oborevwori for all the support and cooperation the Air Force had received from Delta State Government over the years.

    Air Marshal Abubakar congratulated the Governor on his one year anniversary in office and for the implementation of his administration’s MORE Agenda as a beacon of hope and also a catalyst for the transformation of Delta State.

    The Nigerian Air Force Chief also thanked the Governor for the presentation of Certificate of Occupancy, C of O for a parcel of land measuring 66.6 hectares for the Air Force barrack at Osubi in Okpe Local Government Area of the state and appealed for more land for the building of the Nigerian Air Force housing scheme in the state.

    While welcoming the Air Force Chief to Delta State, Governor Oborevwori said: “to collaborate with the Nigerian Airforce, we have provided 66.6 hectares of land in Osubi, and the C of O was issued in January this year.

    “We are all aware that it was initially granted by the previous administration but there was no C of O. It was supposed to be an operational base at that time. We know the project is still there; we will also assist in the construction of roads that will lead to the 66.6 hectares of land.

    “The gesture is in line with our M.O.R.E agenda; to enhance peace and security in the state because that’s the only way we can get development. I want to tell you here that but for the sad Okuama 17 very sad incident, we were already enjoying peace in Delta State.

    “We condemn the unfortunate incident in totality and we know that the Okuama 17 will not go in vain. We are also doing our best; we have already set up an IDP camp for the innocent citizens.

    “I want to assure you that, regarding your request for land for your housing scheme, we will make sure that you get the land as soon as possible. Now that you have the spirit to build a housing scheme for your personnel, we have to get the land ready immediately.

    “Again, we assure you that we will continue to partner the Nigerian Airforce and other security agencies in Delta State in order to continue to enjoy peace because that’s the only way sustainable development can be achieved in this state.”