Niger Delta leader and Chairman of Dewayles Group of Companies, High Chief (Dr) Emonena Victor Wayles Egukawhore, has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and his wife, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, for identifying with and honouring the Isoko nation during their visit to Oleh, Delta State.
Wayles described the governor and his wife’s presence at the Isoko Unity House, the secretariat of the Isoko Development Union (IDU), as a demonstration of respect for the Isoko people and recognition of their place in the affairs of the state.
In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Chief Joseph Onos Ejabulor, Wayles expressed gratitude to the governor and his wife for identifying with the Isoko nation on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
The event attracted traditional rulers, religious leaders, captains of industry, government functionaries, politicians, youth groups and Isoko sons and daughters from within and outside Delta State.
The statement disclosed that the governor and his wife later proceeded to Egukawhore’s country home, the Citadel, in Okpolo-Enhwe, where they were received at a gathering attended by prominent community leaders and stakeholders.
Among those who joined Wayles to welcome the governor, his wife and their entourage were Senator Joel Onowakpo-Thomas, Senator James Manager, Rt. Hon. Jonathan Ukodhiko, Chief Daniel Omoyibo, popularly known as Danmotech, Prince Johnson Erijo, Odio Iduh Amaidhe and Comrade Ovuzorie Macaulay.
Others included Hon. Chief Ferguson Onwo, PhD; Hon. Bino Owhede; Chief Emamusi Obiodeh; Dr Joseph Onojaeme; Hon. Comrade Friday Ovoke Warri; Hon. Oghale Theresa Ikrike; Hon. Barr. Mrs Erezi Esievo; Barr. Mrs Mary Erijo; and Hon. Chief Mike Okah, among other prominent Isoko stakeholders.
The gathering featured colourful cultural displays, with various dance troupes entertaining guests and attendees who came from different parts of the state and beyond.
Egukawhore also expressed appreciation to traditional rulers, political leaders, community stakeholders and other guests who turned out to welcome the governor and his wife.
He described the occasion as a memorable moment for the Isoko nation, noting that the presence of the governor and his wife underscored the importance of unity, mutual respect and continued engagement between the state government and the Isoko people.
