Delta State Government Acknowledges DOPF Support, Says Executive Assistant
Chairman of DOPF, Emmanuel Enebeli and Executive Assistant to the Governor on New Media, Mr. Felix Ofou. ASABA/Nigeria: In a gracious acknowledgment of the unwavering support and cooperation received from online publishers in Delta State, the Executive Assistant to the Governor on New Media, Mr. Felix Ofou, has conveyed his appreciation during a meeting with a delegation from the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF). Ofou praised the consistent efforts of DOPF members, who have selflessly covered government activities over the years, even during challenging times. He underscored the
Death on the East-West Road: If only we had been fair to ourselves
By Fred Edoreh Somehow, death chose our 63rd Independence Day anniversary to remind us of the bad state of federal roads in the Niger Delta, perhaps across the nation. As President Bola Tinubu was performing the anniversary ritual in Abuja, a petrol tanker was struggling through the cracks, ditches and gullies around Koko Junction on the East-West highway. It failed, eventually fell, exploded its inflammable content, charred nearby vehicles and roasted the passengers in them. While the President’s men tried to amplify his speech from the
INDEPENDENCE: Oborevwori felicitates Nigerians at 63
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has congratulated Nigerians on the 63rd independence anniversary of the nation. Governor Oborevwori’s felicitation was contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, wherein the Governor implored Nigerians not to give up despite the Country’s current dire circumstances. He urged Deltans and other Nigerians to support governments at all levels in their quest to salvage the nation and its economy. The Governor said: “On behalf of the Government and people of Delta, I congratulate Nigerians as we
Pa EK Clark opens up on Oborevwori
…and a governor’s aversion for sub-standard projects By Festus Ahon Since his assumption of office, if there is one thing Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has spoken strongly against, it is sub-standard projects. The governor has not hidden his aversion for low-quality jobs, and has on every important occasion used the opportunity to express his strong distaste for poor-quality projects. To show his commitment to excellence in project delivery, Oborevwori, while inaugurating the Chairmen and members of the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency and the Warri, Uvwie and
Tribunal affirms Oborevwori as Delta Governor
… Dismisses Omo-Agege, Gbagi, Pela petitions The Delta State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Asaba, has affirmed Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori as the duly elected Governor of the state. Delivering judgement on Friday, the three member panel of the tribunal led by Justice C.H. Ahuchaogu dismissed the petition filed by candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege for want of merit. The tribunal held that the petitioners failed to prove allegations of non-compliance with the Electoral Act and over voting beyond reasonable doubt. The
Tribunal Victories: Obiodeh rejoices with Oborevwori
Delta State Commissioner for Lands. Surveys and Urban Development, Chief Emamusi Obiodeh has congratulated Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on his victories at the Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal on Friday. The governorship election petition tribunal sitting in Asaba, had, on Friday dismissed the petitions of Senator Ovie Omo-Agege of the All Progressives Congress (APC); Mr. Ken Pela, the governorship candidate of the Labour Party and Chief Kenneth Gbagi of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) for lacking in merit. The tribunal held that Oborevwori of the Peoples Democratic Party
Oborevwori lauds religious leaders’ contributions to nation building
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, lauded religious leaders for their prayers and contributions to the peace and development of the country, saying the prayers of the church has been a stabilising factor in Nigeria. Governor Oborevwori gave the commendation when he received on courtesy visit, the State Executive of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) led by the State Chairman, Apostle Sylvanus Okorote at Government House, Asaba. He said that the prayers of the church had continued to contribute to the peace and
Delta committed to urban-rural integration – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Sunday, said that his administration was irrevocably committed to advancing urban-rural integration, through the construction of critical road infrastructure and urban renewal. Governor Oborevwori stated this in his remark at the 63rd Independence Day anniversary of the nation at the Cenotaph Asaba, the State capital. He paid glowing tributes to the Country’s founding fathers and prayed for God’s protection and blessings upon security agencies, as they fight to ward off all security threats against the nation. administration was just four
Eid-El-Maulud: Gov Oborevwori felicitates with Muslims, seeks prayers for nation’s progress
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, has urged Muslims in Nigeria to pray for the country’s peace, unity, and growth as Muslims celebrate Eid-El-Maulud, the birth of Prophet Muhammad. In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor urged Muslim adherents to follow the exemplary leadership and teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad by promoting peaceful co-existence among Nigerians. Governor Oborevwori particularly advised Muslims and other religious groups to start regular prayers for the necessary changes to make Nigeria a better
Oborevwori congratulates Roli Uduaghan at 62
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated Mrs Roli Uduaghan, wife of former Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan, on her 62nd birth anniversary. Describing Mrs Uduaghan as a brave, pleasant, kind-hearted woman and a powerful pillar of support to her husband, Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, commended her for her dedication to the work of God and humanity. The Governor praised her for her love of humanity and recalled the “I CARE” project, which she utilised as a
