FMC, OVWIAN: Delta Transfers Otor-Udu General Hospital To FG
Delta State Executive Council (EXCO) has approved the transfer of the General Hospital in Otor-Udu to the Federal Ministry of Health for the establishment of a Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Ovwian in Udu Local Government Area of the state. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, disclosed this while briefing journalists on some of the far-reaching decisions reached in the health sector, during the State EXCO meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Dr. Onojaeme, while recalling that the Federal Government had approved the establishment of
Delta set to revolutionize electricity sector with mini-grid model, approves key regulatory bodies
Delta State has taken a bold step toward transforming its electricity sector with the adoption of a decentralized mini-grid model and the establishment of new regulatory bodies to drive a sustainable power market. Speaking during a post-Executive Council (EXCO) press briefing in Asaba, the Commissioner for Economic Planning, Mr. Sonny Ekedayen, said the initiative aligns with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda, which prioritizes infrastructure and improved service delivery across the state. He recalled that the Delta State House of Assembly had earlier domesticated the Federal Government’s
Flood: I Am Committed To Addressing Developmental Needs Of Our Communities, Says Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has said that his administration is committed to addressing the developmental needs of different communities in the state. Governor Oborevwori gave the assurance on Tuesday while presenting Staff of Office to His Royal Majesty, Patrick Okpomor Agree 1, the Ovie of Igbide Kingdom, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State. Governor Oborevwori who was represented by his Deputy Sir Monday Onyeme, FCA, said that government will explore sustainable solutions, including palliative measures and infrastructure development to alleviate the
Delta North APC Endorses Tinubu, Oborevwori For Second Term
The All Progressives Congress APC) in Delta North Senatorial District on Sunday, endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for re-election as President and Governor respectively in the 2027 election. At a meeting of APC, Delta North Senatorial District presided by the state's Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, FCA, at Boji Boji Owa in Ika North-East Local Government Area of Delta State, it was resolved that the President and the Governor should be re-elected for the good work they are doing. The member representing Ika
Oborevwori Says Blue Economy Will Accelerate Economic Growth
Delta State Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has said that the creation of the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a sure way of accelerating economic growth of the country. Governor Oborevwori made the disclosure on Monday in an address read on his behalf by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, FCA, when participants of the Senior Executive Course (SEC) 47, 2025, of the National Institute For Policy And Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, paid him a courtesy visit at
Oborevwori Felicitates Media Icon Nduka Obaigbena At 66
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended heartfelt felicitations to media mogul and trailblazing communicator, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, CON, on the occasion of his 66th birth anniversary. Oborevwori in a congratulatory statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, extolled the Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of THISDAY Newspapers and ARISE News for his visionary leadership, revolutionary impact on media practice, and unwavering commitment to journalistic excellence. Describing Prince Obaigbena as an iconic figure who redefined the landscape of media enterprise in Nigeria, Oborevwori
Oborevwori Congratulates Odutemu On Re-election As Archbishop Of Bendel Province
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated His Grace, Most Revd Cyril Odiboroghene Odutemu, on his re-election as the Archbishop of Bendel Ecclesiastical Province, Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori described Archbishop Odutemu’s re-election for another five-year term as a well-deserved affirmation of his steadfast leadership, deep spiritual insight, and unwavering commitment to the service of God and humanity. He commended the Archbishop for his contributions to the moral
Oborevwori Condoles Olomu Kingdom, Urhobo Nation Over Passing Of Ohworode
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep condolences to the people of Olomu Kingdom and the entire Urhobo nation over the passing of their revered monarch, HRM, Ovie Macaulay Popo Ovbagbedia, JP, Uhurhie-Osadjere II, the Ohworode of Olomu. The monarch’s passing was formally announced by the Otota (traditional prime minister) of the kingdom, Olorogun Albert Akpomudje, SAN, at the royal palace in Ovwor-Olomu community, Ughelli South Local Government Area, on Saturday. Oborevwori in a statement issued on Sunday in Asaba by his Chief