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Is Building Delta State A Crime? Examining The Record of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori

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By Zik Gbemre   The criticism aimed at Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s developmental projects is totally unjustified, biased, and politically driven. The question every well-meaning Deltan should ask is simple: Since when did heavy investment in total state transformation become a crime?   If previous governors had consistently done their part and built lasting infrastructure during their tenures, Delta State would be much further ahead today. Governor Oborevwori is stepping up to address decades of accumulated deficits.   Governors come and go, but the evidence shows that since taking office in…

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Erale Assumes Duty As 25th Delta Police Commissioner

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The Delta State Police Command has welcomed a new Commissioner of Police, CP Samuel Etaifo Erale, psc, mnips, who has assumed duty as the 25th Commissioner of Police in the state. Erale succeeds CP Yemi John Oyeniyi, psc, acipm, mnips, following his posting to the command by the Nigeria Police Force in August 2026. The new Delta CP, a tested operational commander with extensive experience in tactical operations, administration, criminal investigation, personnel management and community safety, brings more than three decades of policing experience to his new assignment. Born on…

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Dafinone Urges Deltans To Unite As Delta Marks 35th Anniversary

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Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has facilitated Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, the government and people of Delta State, and the Urhobo people on the 35th anniversary of the creation of the state. Dafinone, in a goodwill message marking the anniversary, described the milestone as an opportunity for Deltans to reflect on the journey so far and renew their commitment to peace, unity and sustainable development. He urged residents across the state to continue to embrace one another with love, mutual respect and understanding, irrespective of ethnic, cultural and…

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DELTA AT 35: Oborevwori Congratulates Deltans, Says State’s Shining Era Is Here

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Deltans as the state marks its 35th creation anniversary, assuring citizens that the state has entered a new era of sustainable growth, development and prosperity. The Governor, in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, described the anniversary as a significant milestone in the history of Delta State, noting that the journey of the past 35 years had been defined by resilience, unity and the collective efforts of its people. Oborevwori commended past leaders, traditional…

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Oborevwori Commissions 12 Duplexes, Gifts Permanent Secretaries Official Cars

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  Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday inaugurated 12 units of four-bedroom duplexes and newly constructed internal roads with drainage facilities at the Permanent Secretaries’ Quarters in Asaba, as part of measures to improve the welfare, efficiency and productivity of the state’s public servants. The governor also presented 12 brand-new official vehicles to Permanent Secretaries, describing the twin projects as another milestone in his administration’s deliberate efforts to provide an enabling environment for senior civil servants to discharge their responsibilities effectively. Speaking during the ceremony, Oborevwori said the…

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Gospel Musician, Former PMAN Delta ‘Governor’ Tisio Tisio Backs Oborevwori For Second Term

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  As political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gather momentum in Delta State, a prominent voice from the state’s entertainment and creative industry, Quincy Uruemuesiri Tebite, popularly known as Tisio Tisio has declared his support for the re-election of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Tisio, the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Oborevwori on Entertainment, described his commitment to the governor’s second-term bid as a decision anchored on confidence in the administration’s leadership and development agenda. “On Ukodo’s mandate, I anchor, courtesy of Q.U.A” Tisio declared, using the popular political expression…

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2027: Extend Your Love For Me To President Tinubu, Oborevwori Tells Religious Leaders

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    …Sues For Prayers, Support Of Religious Leaders   Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has declared that his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) obliges him to work for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the success of all candidates of the party.   Consequently, he urged Christian leaders across the state to support the party with prayers and mobilise their followers for victory in the 2027 general elections.   Oborevwori made the declaration on Wednesday when the Executive Committee of the Pentecostal Fellowship…

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GOMEP-NG Hails Oborevwori Over Muoboghare’s Appointment As DOU Pro-Chancellor

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria, GOMEP-NG, has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for appointing Professor Patrick Muoboghare as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba.   The guild, in a congratulatory message jointly signed by its National President, Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, and National Secretary, Prince Clinton Uba, described Muoboghare’s appointment as well deserved, citing his experience, competence and leadership qualities.   GOMEP-NG said the appointment demonstrated the governor’s commitment to entrusting strategic positions to competent professionals capable…

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Oborevwori To Inaugurate Perm Secretaries’ Qtrs, Thursday

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  …Reaffirms Commitment To Civil Servants’ Welfare   The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare and professional development of civil servants, describing them as critical partners in the implementation of government policies and programmes. Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, stated this on Tuesday while inspecting the newly completed Permanent Secretaries’ quarters in Asaba ahead of its inauguration on Thursday, noting that the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori had introduced a number of measures aimed at improving the working conditions and welfare of…

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Oborevwori Applauds Renewed Efforts To Sustain Peace In Warri

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  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has commended the renewed efforts to promote peace, unity and harmonious coexistence among the diverse ethnic communities in Warri and its environs. The governor, who spoke through the Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari, at the closing ceremony of the maiden Warri Unity Games held at the Federal Government College (FGC), Warri, described sports as a powerful instrument for strengthening relationships and fostering sustainable peace. Tonukari, who represented the governor at the event, conveyed Oborevwori’s warm regards and expressed his regret…

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