Former Delta State commissioner and one-time PDP governorship aspirant Olorogun Fred Okiemute Majemite has congratulated Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori as he marks his 63rd birthday. In a goodwill message, Majemite described the governor as a dedicated and visionary leader whose administration has delivered visible benefits across Delta State. He commended Oborevwori’s focus on improving citizens’ welfare and tackling economic challenges through infrastructural projects, educational advancement, healthcare improvements, and youth empowerment programs. “Your Excellency, 63 looks good on you,” Majemite said, praising the governor’s leadership style, prudent resource management, and commitment to the MORE Agenda. He added that those qualities…
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Senior Special Assistant to Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Political Matters, Hon. Ochuko Omorere, has extended warm congratulations to the governor on the occasion of his 63rd birthday, saying the governor no doubt prepared himself for the service of Deltans before coming. In his message, Omorere praised the governor’s leadership and service to Delta State, noting the significance of the milestone. He expressed best wishes for continued good health, wisdom, and success as Oborevwori continues to steer the affairs of the state. The congratulatory messages is a testament of the close working relationship between the governor and…
Senator Ede Dafinone has extended warm birthday felicitations to Delta State Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, as the governor marks his 63rd birthday, praising his leadership and developmental achievements. In a message to the governor and the people of Delta Central Senatorial District, and signed by Senator Dafinone, he commended the Oborevwori administration for visible developmental strides across the state and communities, noting that the governor’s policies are reshaping Delta state economic landscape and promoting unity beyond political and ethnic lines. “Your administration’s commitment to the growth of Delta State is visibly reflected in the meaningful developmental strides you have…
The Delta State Police Command has renewed its commitment to tackling gender-based violence (GBV) through improved training and victim-centred policing, Commissioner of Police CP Yemi John Oyeniyi said on Thursday. Speaking at a specialised Command-specific workshop for Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) organised by the CLEEN Foundation, CP Oyeniyi described GBV as a grave human-rights violation and a threat to development. He praised Inspector-General of Police IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu for promoting institutional reforms and capacity building across the Nigeria Police Force, saying the training reflects the IGP’s vision of a modern, people-centred service. “The approach must be professional, empathetic and…
The Delta State Police Command says its Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) and Command Anti-Cult Unit (CACU) have arrested 32 suspected cultists in two separate, intelligence-led operations and recovered firearms, ammunition, a walkie-talkie and quantities of suspected illicit drugs. In a statement signed by SP. Bright Edafe, on Tuesday, June 17, 2026, the command disclosed that the operatives of the VCRU raided a suspected cult initiation ground in Agbarho Town Ughelli North Local Government Area in the early hours of Tuesday, June 16, 2026, following intelligence that members of the Eiye Confraternity linked to recent cult related killings in…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has taken fresh steps to restore and improve electricity supply in parts of Isoko and Ndokwa land with the commencement of procurement processes for the rehabilitation and expansion of critical power infrastructure across the affected communities. The move followed the issuance of an Invitation to Tender by the Delta State Ministry of Energy for the execution of key electricity projects aimed at addressing years of power challenges caused by inadequate infrastructure and vandalism. According to the tender notice signed by the Secretary of the Ministerial Tenders Board, T.O. Bayoko, one of the major…
Senator Ede Dafinone representing Delta Central Senatorial District has expressed deep sorrow over the death of late Urhobo music legend Professor Johnson Oyibode Adjan, also known as “The Ogburine.” In a statement released Tuesday, Dafinone said; “It is a painful loss to the Urhobo nation and to all who value the preservation of indigenous traditions and identity, I am deeply saddened by the passing of Prof. Johnson Oyibode Adjan.” The senator described Prof. Adjan as a towering figure in Urhobo music and one of the finest custodians of our cultural heritage whose musical work transcended entertainment to become a living…
The Delta State Government has announced plans to convene a security summit aimed at strengthening collaboration among stakeholders in addressing security challenges across the state. According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, the Delta State Security Summit 2026 will hold on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, beginning at 10:00 a.m. The summit, themed “Security: A Collective Responsibility,” will be hosted by Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori. The event is expected to bring together key stakeholders from across the state to deliberate on strategies…
Winner of the Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC, House of Representatives for Warri Federal Constituency in the just concluded party primaries in Delta State, Chief Comrade Sheriff Mulade, has slammed the political party with a lawsuit of N5 billion damages after the party’s decision to jettison the outcome of the party primaries for an unknown selection/appointment process. The renowned peace and development advocate frowned at the party’s decision to neglect the popular decision and voice of party members to impose an unknown candidate over the winner of the primary. Mulade, a notable Chief of the Ancient Gbaramatu Kingdom and human rights…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Sunday attributed the remarkable achievements recorded in the state over the past three years to the harmonious relationship between the Executive and Legislative arms of government. Speaking at the 3rd Anniversary Thanksgiving Service of the 8th Delta State House of Assembly held at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Unity Model Parish, Asaba, the governor said the prevailing peace, progress and development across the state were products of the strong partnership and mutual understanding between both arms of government. Oborevwori commended the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon.…