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…
Read MoreDelta 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…
Read MoreOBOREVWORI: 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…
Read MoreEK 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…
Read MoreOborevwori 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…
Read MoreOborevwori’s Report Card Unsettling Delta Opposition –Aniagwu
Delta State Government, Monday, said Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s impressive report card of massive infrastructural and human capital development was unsettling opposition in the state. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu disclosed this while speaking on a radio programme monitored in Asaba, the state capital. Aniagwu who said the opposition was free to talk and play politics, noted that the government would not be dragged too early into politics as it was focused on governance and delivering on Governors MORE…
Read MoreAPC Will Not Accept Oborevwori, Okowa-Omo-Agege
Deputy President of the Senate in the 9th National Assembly, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has urged Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, and former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa to remain in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating that they are not welcome in the All Progressives Congress (APC). Senator Omo-Agege, who was the APC governorship candidate in the 2023 Delta State election, noted that the party has continued to gain momentum in the state, with the only PDP senator set to join the APC and about three House of Representatives members also…
Read MoreAniagwu On Assignment, Reel Out Oborevwori’s Achievements In Less Than Two Years
…Says Delta Governor will reply critics with more projects Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads and Public Information), Mr Charles Aniagwu, Monday, said Governor Sheriff Oborevwori was not interested in fighting any political battles but would steadfastly continue to reply to critics with massive projects delivery ahead of 2027. Aniagwu, who was recently directed to oversee the State Information Ministry, spoke specifically on the state of affairs in the state at a press briefing in Asaba, the state capital. Flanked by the Chief Press Secretary to the…
Read MoreAniagwu Returns As Delta Commissioner For Information
Delta state governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has directed the commissioner for works (Rural roads), Charles Aniagwu to immediately take over the ministry of information and oversee the two ministries. Recall, Aniagwu was two term commissioner for information during former governor Ifeanyi Okowa’s administration (2015-2023) before being appointed as commissioner for works (Rural roads) by the Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration. It was learned that Aniagwu will resume the office with effect from January 13, 2025. Details loading…
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