Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has attributed the state’s development over the past 35 years largely to the peace maintained by its people. Oborevwori stated this on Thursday during a thanksgiving service at the Government House Chapel in Asaba to mark the 35th anniversary of the creation of Delta State. The…

…debate over the official salaries of Nigerian governors. Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, recently said his monthly salary was N503,000, arguing that some senior civil servants, including permanent secretaries earned N900,000 monthly, more than state governors. But an analysis of the cost of maintaining the of…

…and fund flyovers, flood-control projects and agricultural development. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta said the era of blaming poor finances for poor governance was over. Speaking during the groundbreaking of the N39.3bn Otovwodo Flyover, he said governors must deploy the increased allocations transparently to im…

I earn N503, 000 monthly salary - Delta state governor, Sheriff Oborevwori Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has disclosed that he earns a monthly salary of N503,000, while Permanent Secretaries in the state receive N900,000. Oborevwori made the disclosure on Thursday, August 20, while speaking in Asaba,the sta…

Delta Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has urged Christian leaders in the state to support the All Progressives Congress (APC) with prayers and mobilise their followers for the party’s success in the 2027 general elections. Oborevwori made the call on Wednesday when the Executive Committee of the Pentecostal Fellowship of…

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the constitution of governing councils for three state-owned universities. The development was announced on Tuesday in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Kingsley Emu, and posted on the Facebook page of the governor’s media aide, Ossai Suc…

…media propagandists,” the statement added. The community appealed to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and the Delta State Commissioner of Police to intervene and ensure a transparent investigation into the matter. It specifically called for the transfer of the case from the Ughelli Area Command to the State Criminal Investi…

…during the period. Delta State presents a contrasting picture. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has repeatedly said his administration has not borrowed to finance its projects. In May, he said, “We are here to thank God for the wisdom to execute development projects all over the state without borrowing a kobo from anybody o…

…was appointed Commissioner for Works (Highway and Urban Roads) by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. The suspension is an administrative action to facilitate the investigation and does not, by itself, establish guilt.

The Delta State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Teachers has lauded Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for approving enhanced career progression for university graduate teachers in the state’s public primary schools. The union described the decision as a significant milestone in improving teachers’ welfare and strengthening t…

…agreements reached at the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori announced the fund yesterday, at the summit, saying the initiative underscores his administration’s determination to translate investment commitments into tangible projects that would accelerate industrialisation and econo…

…Anambra governor, who said he attended the summit in solidarity with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and the people of Delta State, described the state as a close neighbour and strategic partner. “I am here in solidarity with my neighbour, Delta State, and with my friend, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. This summit is very im…

…Senatorial District has endorsed President Bola Tinubu, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Senator Ede Dafinone and all other candidates of the party for the 2027 general elections. This is at the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Chief Festus Keyamo urged all party members to remain steadfast and w…

…judgment on local government financial autonomy. Delta State, under Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, became the first state to fully comply, releasing all outstanding arrears and monthly allocations directly to councils. “More troubling are allegations of non-performance despite massive allocations. In Ukwuani LGA, a counc…

…a sign of weakness. It also expressed support for the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and his M.O.R.E. Agenda. As of the time of filing this report, the Delta State Government and ASSUS had yet to respond to the planned protest or the issues raised by the union. If the protest goes ahead, it is expected t…

…ASABA — Civil society leader, Rev. David Ugolor, has urged Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, to engage the Federal Government and neighbouring Edo State to end decades of temporary repairs on the collapsed Benin–Sapele–Warri Road and commit to its full reconstruction. In an open letter to the governor published…

…behind the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, saying the President’s economic reforms and governance policies have laid a solid foundation for Nigeria’s long-term growth and prosperity. The endorsement was made on Thursday during a conference and empowerment programm…

By Akpokona Omafuaire The cries of residents across several communities in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State are becoming louder by the day. What started years ago as occasional disputes between farmers and herders has gradually evolved into a persistent security challenge that continues to threaten li…

…Ovweh said. "They are not prepared to accept any disruption to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori's commitment to fix the road." The pushback came at a cost. "Some accused me of taking sides, as if I had a personal interest. Thank God I was vindicated. I meant well," he said. Truce at last By day three, the tension eased. Spe…

…maintaining peace and economic stability. According to the statement, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori had assured stakeholders that resolutions from the summit would be implemented and urged community leaders to take active roles in addressing security challenges. As part of efforts to address the situation, the NNU said t…

…and potentially create avoidable tensions within the Muslim community. “Governor Sheriff Oborevwori should reassess the appointments and engage relevant stakeholders to ensure equitable representation in institutions connected to the welfare of Muslim faithful in Delta State,” Ogan warned. Delta pilgrim board splits ov…

Delta Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated his Ekiti State counterpart, Biodun Oyebanji, on his re-election victory. Oborevwori described the win as a reward for purposeful leadership and people-oriented governance in Ekiti State. He conveyed his message through his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Festus Ahon, on…

…Transformation Movement (DYTM) has congratulated the Delta State Governor Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori on the joyous occasion of his 63rd birthday. In a felicitation message signed by the President of the group, Sir. Isioma Odozi Melekwe, DYTM said the Governor's life and leadership have continued to inspire hope, unity,…