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Oborevwori Celebrates 63rd Birthday With Thanksgiving

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…Calls For Continued Prayers For Leaders   Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday marked his 63rd birth anniversary with a thanksgiving service at the Government House Chapel, Asaba, where he expressed profound gratitude to God for preserving his life and guiding him in leadership.   Speaking during the service, Governor Oborevwori said the occasion was not about elaborate celebrations but about returning thanks to God for His faithfulness and mercy.   Saying he is a committed Christian, the governor said giving thanks to God was more important than…

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Offeh Celebrates Oborevwori At 63, Describes Him As A Leader of Vision, Purpose

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    Renowned businessman and philanthropist, High Chief Dr. Matt Offeh, Eni 1 of Irri Kingdom, has extended warm congratulations to the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on the occasion of his 63rd birthday, describing him as an outstanding leader whose vision, humility and dedication to service have continued to inspire hope and confidence among Deltans.   In a goodwill message, Offeh commended the governor for his unwavering commitment to the growth, unity and development of Delta State, noting that his people-centred leadership style and passion for…

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UNITED AGAINST TERROR: Oborevwori Convokes Delta Security Summit, Calls For Collective Action

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  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday rallied stakeholders across the state to unite against terrorism, kidnapping and other forms of criminality, declaring that security remains a collective responsibility that requires the active participation of government, security agencies, traditional institutions, community leaders and citizens. The governor made the call while delivering his keynote address at the Delta State Security Summit 2026 held at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, with the theme, “Security: A Collective Responsibility.” The summit brought together heads of security agencies, local government chairmen, traditional…

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Oborevwori Moves to Restore Power In Isoko, Ndokwa Communities

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  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has taken fresh steps to restore and improve electricity supply in parts of Isoko and Ndokwa land with the commencement of procurement processes for the rehabilitation and expansion of critical power infrastructure across the affected communities. The move followed the issuance of an Invitation to Tender by the Delta State Ministry of Energy for the execution of key electricity projects aimed at addressing years of power challenges caused by inadequate infrastructure and vandalism. According to the tender notice signed by the Secretary…

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Oborevwori Mourns Renowned Urhobo Musician, Prof. Johnson Adjan

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…As Delta loses a custodian of culture, indigenous wisdom   Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of legendary Urhobo musician and cultural icon, Prof. Johnson Oyibode Adjan, popularly known as “The Ogburine” (Song-Warrior).   In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor described the late musician as one of the greatest ambassadors of Urhobo culture whose contributions to music, philosophy, and indigenous knowledge will remain unforgettable.   Governor Oborevwori said Prof. Adjan’s death was a huge loss…

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Oborevwori To Host Delta Security Summit On Collective Responsibility

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  The Delta State Government has announced plans to convene a security summit aimed at strengthening collaboration among stakeholders in addressing security challenges across the state. According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, the Delta State Security Summit 2026 will hold on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, beginning at 10:00 a.m. The summit, themed “Security: A Collective Responsibility,” will be hosted by Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori. The event is expected to bring…

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RMFAC DATA VERIFICATION: Oborevwori Reaffirms Commitment To Transparency

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  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prudence, accountability and transparency in the management of public resources as the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMFAC) commenced its nationwide Data Verification Exercise in the state. Governor Oborevwori stated this on Monday while receiving a delegation from RMFAC led by the Team Leader, Mohammed Kabir Usman, and the Federal Commissioner representing Delta State in the Commission, Mr. Aruviere Martins Egharhevwa, at Government House, Asaba. The governor said his administration had continued to invest heavily…

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Oborevwori Mourns Former Delta Health Commissioner, Dr. Joseph Otumara

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Sisanmi Otumara, who passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026. He was 65.   In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori described the late Otumara as an accomplished medical practitioner, distinguished administrator, astute politician and committed public servant whose contributions to the development of Delta State would remain indelible.   The Governor said the death of Dr. Otumara was a painful loss…

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Oborevwori Mourns Victims Of Agbor Train Mishap

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…..Directs Immediate Government Response     Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic train accident in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, which claimed four lives and left several others injured. Oborevwori in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, commiserated with the families of the deceased and prayed for the speedy recovery of those receiving treatment from injuries sustained in the incident. The Governor described the accident as heartbreaking and unfortunate, noting that the loss of lives was…

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NdokwaForward Congratulates Oborevwori As Delta Ranks Second Best-Governed State In Nigeria

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  A leading political pressure group in Ndokwa land, NdokwaForward, has congratulated Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, following the emergence of Delta State as the second best-governed state in Nigeria in the latest governance assessment conducted by the Centre for International Advanced and Professional Studies (CIAPS). The group described the recognition as a strong endorsement of Governor Oborevwori’s leadership and the successes recorded under his administration’s MORE Agenda, noting that the ranking reflects the government’s commitment to good governance, infrastructure development, economic growth, social inclusion, and efficient public service delivery.…

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