*Pensioners smile as Delta doles out N14.5bn*
Pensioners in Delta State are now smiling to the bank as the State Government has done the needful by splashing over N14.5 billion on them, with the Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, restating his administration's commitment to the prompt and sustainable payment of pensions and other emoluments of its employees. Governor Oborevwori, who disclosed that his administration had paid over N14.5 billion to offset outstanding various pension obligations, stated this during an interactive meeting with Permanent Secretaries, Directors and Heads of Parastatals, Departments and Agencies
SPECIAL REPORT: Oborevwori’s strides in Delta North
By Felix Ofou There is no doubt that Delta North Senatorial District gave more votes to His Excellency, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State more votes in the 2023 guber poll. This does not in anyway diminish the votes of the two other Senatorial Districts of Central and South. Indeed, the Governor won 21 out of 25 local governments, clearly making him holder of a pan-Delta mandate. Following the recent furore regarding the performance of the Oborevwori administration in Delta North, it has become
*HARDSHIP: Izeze, FOOSTODEY, dole out N35m for Ughelli South women, students, vigilante*
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, in conjunction with his allies in FOOSTODEY, have dolled out over N35 million to cushion hardship on women, students and vigilante in Ughievwen Kingdom of Ughelli South Local Government Area of the state. The initiative saw 200 students receiving N25,000 each and 101 small scale traders in the 34 communities of Ughievwen Kingdom receive N50,000 each while the local vigilante received five motorcycles and Sienna bus to enhance their security patrol in the
Delta Govt employs over 3,000 primary school teachers
****Debunks borrowing N40b loan for LGAs By Christopher Odamah Over 3,000 primary school teachers and non-teaching staff have been employed by the Delta State Government under the administration of Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, just as talks of the Governor arranging a N40 billion loan for local governments has been debunked. The Chairman, Delta State Local Government Commission, Hon. Deacon Joseph Otirhue, disclosed this to Delta Revealed. "I can tell you categorically that this present government has done well by giving approval for the employment to primary schools". The teachers,
Okpai Power Plant: Senator Nwoko Should Partner with Federal Government and Other Stakeholders
By Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq The Okpai Power Plant, located in Delta State, Nigeria, has been a subject of discussion in recent times, particularly with Senator Ned Nwoko’s calls for its completion. While the senator’s enthusiasm for the project is commendable, it is essential to clarify the ownership structure and the role of stakeholders involved. The Okpai Power Plant is a joint venture between the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC), and other multinational companies. The federal government has a significant stake in
Delta ready for 2024 National Youth Games – Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday, said the state was ready to host the 8th National Youth Games scheduled to kick-off in Asaba, on Thursday. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this while speaking to journalists shortly after inspecting facilities at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, the state capital, which is the main venue for the games. The Governor, who inspected the swimming pool, shooting range and other facilities at the Indoor Sports Hall, was conducted round by Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, LOC, Chief Solomon
