Delta Approves N3.887bn Disbursement For D-CARES Programme Delta State Executive
Delta approves N3.887bn disbursement for D-CARES programme Delta State Executive Council (EXCO), Friday, gave approval for the disbursement of the sum of N3, 887,277,784.66 billion under the D-CARES implementation programme of the state government being second reimbursement from the World Bank. The State Commissioner for Economic Planning, Mr. Sonny Ekedayen disclosed this while briefing journalists on some of the decisions reached at the State Exco meeting presided over by the Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori. Mr. Ekedayen said the sum has been distributed through Direct Cash Transfer,
Celebrate parents while alive, Oborevwori urges Nigerians
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, urged Nigerians to celebrate their parents while they are living in order to make them happy and prolong their lives. Governor Oborevwori made the call at the 90th birth anniversary thanksgiving service for Mama Paulina Powder Ewherido at Mother of Redeemer Catholic Church, Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area. Oborevwori who prayed for long life and good health for Mama Ewherido, said the government and people of the state would continue to join the Ewherido family to celebrate a
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
Ahon Hails Nwaeke’s Appointment As CPS To Delta Speaker
Ahon Hails Nwaeke's Appointment As CPS To Delta Speaker Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Delta State, Sir Festus Ahon, has congratulated veteran journalist, Nkem Nwaeke on his appointment as Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor. Ahon in a congratulatory statement, on Wednesday in Asaba, described Nwaeke, who is an Assistant-General Manager with the Delta Broadcasting Service, Warri, as an experienced journalist with many years of outstanding accomplishments. He expressed optimism that Nwaeke would bring his
Oborevwori felicitates Ellu monarch on 10th coronation anniversary
Oborevwori felicitates Ellu monarch on 10th coronation anniversary Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Ovie of Ellu Kingdom, HRM (Dr) Othuke Murphy Urugbezi (JP), Ogwara I, on the 10th anniversary of his coronation. In a congratulatory message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba on Sunday, Governor Oborevwori also congratulated the King and his Queen on the Golden Jubilee of their marriage and thanked God for the miraculous deliverance and recovery of the Queen of Ellu Kingdom from
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
Delta peaceful for investments, says Gov. Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday night, said the state was peaceful and investor-friendly. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this while playing host to ace Nigerian musician, Davido and his delegation who were at the Governor's lodge in Asaba on a courtesy visit ahead of his performance last night at the Events Centre. He said that his administration is working hard to ensure peace and safety of investments across the state and expressed appreciation to Davido for his support over the years Saying that his administration would
Delta Peaceful For Investments, Says Gov. Oborevwori
Delta peaceful for investments, says Gov. Oborevwori Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday night, said the state was peaceful and investor-friendly. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this while playing host to ace Nigerian musician, Davido and his delegation who were at the Governor's lodge in Asaba on a courtesy visit ahead of his performance last night at the Events Centre. He said that his administration is working hard to ensure peace and safety of investments across the state and expressed appreciation to Davido for his support over
