Oborevwori underscores importance of local governments to nation-building
Oborevwori underscores importance of local governments to nation-building Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday, underscored the importance of local government councils to the overall growth and development of the nation. Governor Oborevwori stated this when he received on Christmas visit the College of Heads of Personnel Management, HPMs and Treasurers to the Local Governments, TLGs led by its President, Chief Austin Emaduku, at his Osubi country home. The Governor who expressed delight at receiving the delegation appreciated them for their support before, during and after
Oborevwori Congratulates Deltans At Christmas, Urges Peaceful Co-existence
Oborevwori congratulates Deltans at Christmas, urges peaceful co-existence Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated Deltans and Nigerians as they join the rest of the world in commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. Governor Oborevwori's message of felicitation is contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, on Sunday in Asaba. The governor urged Christians to use the occasion to offer special prayers to God for a more peaceful, and united state and country. The Governor, while saying that Christmas was
CHRISTMAS: Obiodeh hosts Igbide clan union, harps on unity, peace, love
CHRISTMAS: Obiodeh hosts Igbide clan union, harps on unity, peace, love Delta State Commissioner for Lands, Surveys and Urban Development, Chief Emamusi Obiodeh, Saturday, hosted the Igbide Clan Union Asaba branch in the spirit of the Yuletide. Speaking during the brief ceremony held at his official residence in Asaba, Obiodeh called on the people of Igbide Kingdom and Isoko nation to continue to live in unity, peace and love adding that only a peaceful people enjoys dividends of democracy. He thanked the Igbide Kingdom and the entire
Oborevwori Salutes Sen. Stella Omu At 78
Oborevwori salutes Sen. Stella Omu at 78 Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated former Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Stella Unuezi Omu, OON, on the occasion of her 78th birth anniversary on 22nd December, 2023. Omu, an illustrious Deltan from Irri, Isoko South Local Government Area of the state, is a retired Deputy Controller General of Prisons and wife of Maj. Gen. Paul Omu, former Military Governor of defunct South Eastern State. She was elected Senator to represent Delta South Senatorial District in
Oborevwori Congratulates Ned Nwoko At 63
Oborevwori congratulates Ned Nwoko at 63 Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, has congratulated Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Prince Ned Nwoko, on his 63rd birth anniversary on December 21. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, the governor stated that Nwoko, a former member of the House of Representatives, made significant contributions to the growth of his Idumuje-Ugboko village in Aniocha North Local Government Area as well as the political evolution of Delta. Governor Oborevwori commended the lawmaker for
Oborevwori Celebrates Mama Paulina Ewherido At 90
Oborevwori Celebrates Mama Paulina Ewherido at 90 Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the matriarch of the Ewherido family, Mama Paulina Powder Ewherido on her 90th birth anniversary. Mama Powder, as she is fondly called, is mother to eight male children, including, Catholic Bishop of Warri Diocese, Rt. Rev. Anthony Ewherido, late Senator Akpor Pius Ewherido and renowned author, columnist and Managing Director, Titan Insurance Brokers Limited, Francis Ewherido, among others. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon in Asaba,
Oborevwori Assents 2024 Appropriation Bill of N724bn
Oborevwori assents 2024 Appropriation Bill of N724bn Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday, in Asaba, assented to the state’s 2024 Appropriation Bill of N724,979,313,867 billion. The approved budget is made up of N316,624,462,711 recurrent expenditure while the sum of N408,354,851,156 is for capital expenditure. While signing the budget tagged "Budget of Hope and Optimism", Governor Oborevwori said the 2024 budget is geared towards putting the economy of the state on the path of sustainable growth. He remarked that the budget would boost both domestic and direct
CHRISTIAN WELFARE BOARD: Appointment of Okorote, Ekabo, Iboyi, Others Well Deserved
CHRISTIAN WELFARE BOARD: Appointment of Okorote, Ekabo, Iboyi, Others Well Deserved The news of the appointment of Apostle Sylvanus Okorote, Rev. Father Christopher Ekabo and Bishop Iboyi Godday as Chairman, Secretary and member respectively, by His Excellency Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, thrilled Deltans, especially the Christian community. This appointment by the state governor is well deserved and can be seen as appointment of square pegs in square holes. In the days and months preceding the elections, the clergy men stood to be counted. On behalf of my
DAME AWARDS: Oborevwori congratulates Obaigbena, Adesina, Nation Newspapers
DAME AWARDS: Oborevwori congratulates Obaigbena, Adesina, Nation Newspapers Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated media mogul and Founder of THISDAY/Arise Media Group, Prince Nduka Obaigbena on his well deserved Lifetime Achievement Award at the Diamond Awards for Media Excellence (DAME) held in Lagos. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, Governor Oborevwori said the award was a befitting recognition for Obaigbena's exemplary contributions to the growth of journalism, media ownership and practice in Nigeria. He remarked that
PERFORMANCE: Man begins 1200-km bicycle ride to meet Gov Oborevwori in Asaba
PERFORMANCE: Man begins 1200-km bicycle ride to meet Gov Oborevwori in Asaba A 38-year-old indigene of Delta State, Samuel Erukoghene Okoro, has commenced a bicycle ride of 1,200 kilometres from Damaturu in Yobe State to Asaba to meet with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to appreciate him for his good works in the state. Okoro, a Chemistry graduate from Federal Polytechnic Oko, Anambra State, hails from Orhuwhorun, Udu Local Government Area of the state. His journey to Yobe state commenced in 2015 when he was posted there on NYSC
