Delta State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Chief Dr. Darlington Nnamdi Ijeh, has urged political leaders, community stakeholders, and residents of Oshimili South Local Government Area to sustain unity and remain committed to a shared vision of progress and stability. He emphasized the need for all stakeholders to channel their efforts toward the collective development of the area as political activities gradually gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement released from his office, Ijeh commended the leadership of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, describing his administration as…
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2027: Sapele APC Assure Tinubu, Oborevwori And Dafinone Of Total Support Of Re-election
Stakeholders and leaders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, stake in Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State, have ensured and endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and Senator Ede Dafinone for the 2027 general elections, in what observers describe as an early political signal ahead of the next electoral cycle. The endorsement, backed by all 11 ward coordinators of the party in the council, was announced at a stakeholders’ meeting in Sapele, where party leaders said the decision was driven by confidence in the leadership and…
Read More2027: Ijaw Nation Supports Tinubu, Oborevwori For Second Term
The Ijaw nation in Delta State, Wednesday formally endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for re-election in 2027, in what emerged as the highpoint of a grand reception organised in honour of the governor. The event, hosted by the Ijaw National Congress (worldwide) in Bomadi, drew prominent political leaders, traditional rulers, stakeholders and members of the Ijaw nation from across Delta State and beyond. The endorsement followed a motion moved by the member representing Burutu Federal Constituency at the Federal House of Representatives, Hon.…
Read MoreOborevwori Celebrates AVM Frank Ajobena At 77
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm felicitations to former Military Administrator of Abia State, AVM Frank Ajobena (Rtd), as he marks his 77th birth anniversary on April 15. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor praised Ajobena’s decades of dedicated service to both Delta State and the nation, describing his contributions as impactful and enduring. Oborevwori highlighted the celebrant’s distinguished career in the Nigerian Air Force, noting that he held several…
Read MoreDelta Plans Dedicated Ministry To Deepen Blue Economy—Onyeme
The Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, has disclosed that the state government is taking strategic steps to establish a dedicated ministry for marine and blue economy as part of efforts to harness its vast coastal resources and boost economic growth. Onyeme made this known while speaking with journalists at the Blue Economy Investment Summit 2026, themed “Shifting Gears: Heading to a New Frontier in Maritime Economy,” held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre on Thursday. According to him, Delta State has…
Read More2027: Delta North Monarchs Back Oborevwori, Seek Okowa’s return To Senate
Delta North traditional rulers, have declared their support for the reelection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. The monarchs declared the support when the caucus of Delta North traditional rulers convened a high-level meeting at the palace of HRM Obi Uche Irenuma II, the Obi and Paramount Ruler of Abavo Kingdom. They passed a vote of confidence on the Governor, noting that under his leadership, there had been renewed inclusion, and support for the Delta State Traditional Rulers…
Read MoreOborevwori Felicitates Senator Ede Dafinone At 64
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, on the occasion of his 64th birth anniversary. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor described Senator Dafinone as a distinguished lawmaker and seasoned professional whose contributions to national development and representation of his Senatorial District have remained commendable. Governor Oborevwori noted that Dafinone’s dedication to public service, coupled with his wealth of experience in both the private and public sectors, has continued to add…
Read MoreOborevwori’s Infrastructure Drive Reshaping Delta – Aniagwu
The Delta State Government has intensified its push on infrastructure development as a strategic tool for political stability and economic growth, with the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, affirming that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is delivering on his administration’s development blueprint. Speaking during an interview on Politics Tonight, a programme on Television Continental (TVC), Aniagwu highlighted the administration’s deliberate focus on rural road construction and rehabilitation as a means of unlocking economic opportunities across communities in Delta State. According to the commissioner, the Oborevwori-led…
Read MoreOborevwori Unveils Landmark Welfare Package for Delta Doctors
…Approves Special, Tax-Free Allowance to Curb Brain Drain …Over 6,000 Applicants Jostle for 700 Health Sector Slots In a decisive move to strengthen healthcare delivery and stem the persistent tide of medical brain drain, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved a comprehensive welfare package for medical doctors, including a special tax-free allowance aimed at enhancing retention and attracting new professionals into the state’s health sector. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, disclosed this during a media interaction in Asaba, describing the initiative as a…
Read MoreOborevwori Celebrates Jonathan Ukodhiko At 51
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm felicitations to the lawmaker representing Isoko North and Isoko South Federal Constituency, Hon. Jonathan Ukodhiko, as he marks his 51st birth anniversary on March 25. Governor Oborevwori in a statement issued in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, described Ukodhiko as a distinguished public servant whose life has been defined by remarkable achievements, generosity, and unwavering commitment to humanity. He commended the former Commissioner for Energy for his steadfast dedication to the growth…
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