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Chief Press Secretary to Delta State Governor, Sir Fetus Ahon on Friday, said the Supreme Court judgment which affirmed Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as the winner of the March 18, 2023 gubernatorial election in the state, has restored the hope of Deltans in particular and Nigerians in general to the country’s democracy and judicial system. Sir Ahon pointed out that the apex court had with its judgment, affirmed the massive support freely given to Rt. Hon. Oborevwori in the last year’s election. Reacting to the apex court’s judgment, Ahon, in a statement, said the judgment which coincided with the first year…

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, said God ordained him to be Governor and expressed appreciation to Him and Deltans for his victory at the Supreme Court. Oborevwori said he survived 38 cases in various courts up to the Supreme Court from pre-election to post election to become Governor of Delta State. Speaking at a thanksgiving service at the Government House Chapel Asaba, the Governor who was joined by his wife, Deaconess Tobore, his Deputy Sir Monday Onyeme and wife, Catherine, immediate past Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa and wife, Dame Edith, Governor Oborevwori stressed that God ordained him…

The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has said the state is blessed with the best crop of civil servants in the country. He said for a state that was created just 32 years ago, the transition to building a virgin land to a bustling state has been very impressive. The credited civil servants with laying the foundation for the various administrations to anchor their developmental road map.Oborevwori gave the commendation at end of year party of the Association of Retired Heads of Service and Permanent Secretaries (ARHOSPS) in Delta State.The governor who was represented by Rt. Hon.…

In a significant milestone for Nigeria’s maritime landscape, a pivotal strategic meeting was held at the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy on Monday, 15 January 2024. The distinguished attendees included, Hon. Minister of Marine and Blue Economy: Gboyega Oyetola, Hon. Minister of Transportation: Senator Said Ahmed Alkali, Comptroller General of Customs: Bashir Adewale Adeniyi Others are the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Fidet Okhiria (Virtual Attendee). The primary thrust of this collaborative venture was to deliberate and actualize initiatives that would not only open up ports but also foster seamless cooperation and trade and facilitation. A…

The Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday, assented to the N2.2tn 2024 Appropriation Bill passed into law by the state House of Assembly last week. The signing of the budget was done at the Conference Hall of the Lagos House, Alausa, Ikeja. The state House of Assembly, on Friday, January 5, passed into law the N2.2tn 2024 appropriation bill at a plenary presided over by the Speaker of the House, Mudashiru Obasa.

Delta State Government is worried about the reported escalating cases of use of psychoactive substance and illegal drugs among youth population in the country, which can lead to physical, social or emotional harm. To curb the menace in the state, multifaceted campaigns and rehabilitation strategies shall be adopted by government, and which may include; upscaling of arrests and prosecution of unrepentant users and sellers, rehabilitation of drug addicts, and reintegration into society via wealth and job creation programmes under the MORE agenda of governor Oborevwori. Chief Executive Officer of Delta State Orientation Bureau, DSOB, and Executive Assistant on Communications to…

House of Oduduwa under the leadership of Arole Ooduwa Olofin’ Adimula Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II celebrates a luminous soul, a beacon of grace and strength, the esteemed Yeyeluwa of the Source, Her Majesty, Olori Mariam Anako Ogunwusi. Olori Mariam Ogunwusi is not just a queen by title but a regal embodiment of poise, wisdom, and benevolence. Her unwavering commitment to the preservation of culture, tradition, and community welfare is a testament to her noble character. As the Yeyeluwa of the Source, she stands as a guardian of heritage, ensuring that the rich tapestry of the House of…

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has been honoured with the defender of faith and life encourager award by the Sapele Diocese of the Anglican Communion. The award was presented to Governor Oborevwori at the 15th anniversary celebration of the Diocese of Sapele (Anglican Communion) and Investiture of Knights and Ladies at Christ Church Pro-Cathedral, Sapele on Sunday. Governor Oborevwori who took the old testament lesson at the service with theme “Exceeding Grace” congratulated Bishop Erifeta and the entire Sapele Diocese on their 15th anniversary. While congratulating the newly appointed Knights and Ladies of the Church, he called for…

The Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) has reopened money laundering cases against 13 former governors and some former ministers, with the amounts involved running into over N853.8bn. The affected persons include two former Ekiti State governors, Kayode Fayemi and Ayo Fayose; former Zamfara State governor, Bello Matawalle; two former Enugu State governors, Chimaroke Nnamani and Sullivan Chime; former Nasarawa State governor, Abdullahi Adamu; former Kano State governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso. Others are former Rivers State governor, Peter Odili; former Abia State governor, Theodore Orji; former Gombe State governor, Danjuma Goje; former Sokoto State governor, Aliyu Wamako; former Bayelsa State governor,…