Delta at 34: Senator Dafinone Congratulates Deltans, Gov Oborevwori

Senator Ede Dafinone has congratulated Deltans and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as the Delta State markes 34 years after its creation from the defunct Bendel.   The Senator in a statement held that Delta State has made a significant difference since its creation since 1991.   He said, ‘I, Senator Ede Dafinone, representing the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, heartily congratulate His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State, and the entire people of our beloved state as we celebrate the 34th anniversary of the creation of…

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Gov Oborevwori Kicks Off Widows Welfare Scheme for 10,000 Beneficiaries in Delta

  …Beneficiaries To Enjoy Free Healthcare Services Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Monday, flagged off the Widows Welfare Scheme, a landmark initiative designed to provide financial and healthcare support for 10,000 widows across the state. The ceremony, held at the Events Centre in Asaba, marked a significant step in the Governor’s MORE Agenda to uplift vulnerable groups and promote inclusive governance. Speaking at the event, Governor Oborevwori recalled his long-standing commitment to the welfare of widows both in his private life and public service. He described widowhood…

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Have Implicit Trust In Gov Oborevwori, Idu Amadhe Charges Isoko Nation

The Grand Patron of Isoko Development Union (IDU), High Chief Iduh Amadhe has called on the people of Isoko Nation of Delta State to have what he called ‘Implicit’ trust in the State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori as he cannot turn his back on the various interests of the Isoko nationality being an integral part of the State.     Chief Iduh Amadhe made the call in Oleh, headquarters of Isoko South Local Government Area of the State while speaking with Journalists in reaction to recent misgivings over the…

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Igbide Rises Again: Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s Visionary Leadership Restores Peace And Harmony To Igbide Community

  Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has solidified his legacy as a beacon of peace and security in Delta State. His decisive actions through the office of the SSG, Peace and Conflict Resolution in bringing peace and harmony back to Igbide Community in Isoko South local Government Area which has been enmeshed in leadership tussle for some time now leading to factionalisation and sharp division among indigene of the community exemplify his steadfast dedication to the well being of his constituents. The royal stool became vacant in 2023 after the demise of…

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Delta Governor, Oborevwori, Other Stakeholders, Defect To APC

  In a massive political realignment that reverberated across Delta State and beyond, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, and other stakeholders in the state have formally announced their resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Announcing the defection after a meeting with leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party in the state on Wednesday at Government House, Asaba, pioneer Chairman of the PDP in the state, Senator James Manager, said the decision was taken in consultation with various stakeholders across the state. Manager…

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As Jim Derek Seizes The Gauntlet For Sheriff

Basil Okoh,   A composition by a JSS-level critic was written in response to my op-ed with the title: “2027: TINUBU LOSES IN DELTA IF SHERIFF FIELDED BY APC”. To prove himself to be a juvenile critic, the writer with the moniker Jim Derek, mentioned the name Basil Okoh 31 times in a 1620 word, two-page composition and splattered the pages with abuse, hate and contradictory assertions, completely lacking focus or understanding of what was written. I felt punished, not by the drivel he wrote, but by the effort I…

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Delta Govt Has Constructed Several Roads In Riverine Areas-Oborevwori

  The Delta State government has constructed several kilometers of roads and drainage channels in the riverine areas of the state, the state’s Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has said. Speaking on Monday in Asaba when course participants of the Naval War College Nigeria (NWCN), Calabar, paid him a courtesy visit, Oborevwori, disclosed that his administration through the MORE Agenda was committed to “fostering inclusive development and enhancing the quality of lives of our people.” The governor who was represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, said his administration was…

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OBOREVWORI: Transforming lives through potable water supply in Delta

By Festus Ahon Access to clean and safe drinking water is a fundamental human right; yet, many communities in Nigeria still struggle to obtain it. In Delta State, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has prioritized the provision of potable water, recognizing its vital role in public health, economic growth, and overall quality of life. Since taking office, he has taken significant measures to enhance water infrastructure, ensuring that both urban and rural communities benefit from sustainable potable water projects. Governor Oborevwori’s development agenda for Delta State places strong emphasis on infrastructure and…

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EK Clark Was A Nigeria Patriot With Robust Integrity-Gov Oborevwori

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, commiserated with the Clark family over the demise of their patriarch, Pa Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, describing him as a patriotic Nigerian with robust integrity. Governor Oborevwori, who paid a condolence visit to the bereaved family at the Kiagbodo country home of the late elder statesman, said the deceased nonagenarian was a household name in the country, adding that he lived a fulfilled life. According to him, Pa E.K. Clark, as he was popularly known, was very committed to the development of the…

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Oborevwori Administration Lacks Ambition And Vision In Governance  -NDC

A political pressure group, New Delta Coalition, has revealed that the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori lack ambition and vision for solely relying on the FAAC allocation from the federal government in its nearly two years in Delta State. In a statement signed on behalf of New Delta Coalition, by Godwin Anaughe ,disclosed that beyond Governor Oborevwori’s ‘history-making’ hype, the recent approval of N275 billion for 76 projects by the Delta State Government is merely a basic expectation of a functional government. According to NDC, “Although Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s spin…

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