2ND ANNIVERSARY Oborevwori Gives Account of Stewardship

2ND ANNIVERSARY: Oborevwori Gives Account of Stewardship

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…Earmarks 42 Projects for Inauguration

…Gets Confidence Vote, Commendation From Delta Assembly

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has earmarked 42 road projects for inauguration in celebration of his administration’s second year in office.

During his State of the State address at the State House of Assembly in Asaba on Wednesday, Governor Oborevwori unveiled several of the projects, including the 46-kilometre dualisation of the Ughelli–Asaba Road (Sectors C1 and C2), the Isheagu/Ewulu Road, and the Phase I bridge.

Other projects include the rehabilitation and asphalt overlay of Mariere Street in Boji-Boji Agbor, the construction of the Kwale–Beneku bridge and approach roads, and the reconstruction of Orhorhor, Chechester, and Benjamin Oseregbaje roads in Sapele.

He also mentioned the construction of roads around Otovwodo junction in Ughelli and the maintenance, rehabilitation, reconstruction, and construction of various roads in Effurun and Ekpan.

Further works include the reconstruction of failed sections of Central Hospital Road, rehabilitation of the link road between the hospital and Police Command Roads in Warri, and the rehabilitation of General Hospital Road with a spur to Police Command Road from Warri/Sapele Road to Ajamimogha/Mabiaku Link Road.

Others he listed include the rehabilitation of Esisi Road from Warri/Sapele Road to Estate Roundabout with a spur to Nana College Road linking Ajamimogha Road, and the reconstruction of Upper and Lower Erejuwa Roads in Warri.

Also listed for inauguration are the construction of internal roads in Kokori, Mudi Beach Street in Abraka, and the Uruagbesa Oria–Abraka Road, off Sapele–Abraka Road (Phase I). Other roads include; Itoma Road in Umeghe Umiagha–Abraka, General Hospital Road in Oghara, Idumu Etiti Street with a spur to Market Road in Owerre Olubor, and Mission Road/Ogboi Street with a spur to Ogwashi-Uku Road in Akumazi. Additional roads include Boji-Boji Owa/Otolokpo, Otekpo Road in Ellu Town, and the Okpolo-Enhwe–Uwheru Road (Phase III) in Okpolo-Enhwe–Uwheru Town.

Further projects include the Obi-Ibabu Road at Onicha-Ukwuani, Ohorhe/Adagbrass–Ugolo/Okuodiete Road, Ezesi Road in Orerokpe, Okan/Oviri–Agbarho/Orido Road in Agbarho, and the old Okpanam Road from Post Office junction through St. Michael’s Catholic Church Roundabout to Okpanam Bypass junction. There is also the access and internal road at the Headquarters of the 63 Brigade, Nigerian Army in Ibusa, Ichie James Obodoechi Avenue/Chikozie Okafor Road in Asaba, Okirighwre–Benin Road from Sapele–Warri Road to Gammon Bridge in Okirighwre, Sapele, and Arhavwarien Avenue in DSC Township, Udu.

More projects include Ododegho Road (Phase I) from Ekiugbo junction, off Ughelli–Patani Expressway in Ughelli, Ovwodoremor Avenue in Iwreovie–Ogor, Ofuegbe Street in Amai, and remedial work on the old Umutu–Eku Road through Abraka. There is also work on the township road in Ogbinbiri and Ogbudugbudu communities, a slipway at Soki Zion in Ogbinbiri Community, Warri North, Kokodiagbene Community Road, and internal roads and drains in Kurutie Town (Phase II) in Warri South West Local Government Area.

Governor Oborevwori also highlighted his administration’s flagship projects, which include; three flyovers and three slipways in the twin cities of Warri and Effurun, saying; “these are currently at various stages of completion and are expected to be commissioned in the first quarter of 2026”. He added that other major road projects across the state are also progressing at different stages.

Delivering what he described as the first-ever State of the State Address in Delta’s history, Governor Oborevwori said the mid-term report reflects the philosophy of the MORE agenda, which is driven by the core values of servant leadership, transparency, accountability, innovation, and excellence.

He recalled that upon assuming office on May 29, 2023, he presented a roadmap for growing the economy, maintaining fiscal responsibility, enhancing a focused and efficient civil service, promoting investment, supporting social enterprises, and ensuring that the poor and vulnerable benefit from government policies and programmes.

He stated that his purpose at the assembly was to report on the progress made and to offer a glimpse of what to expect in the remaining two years of the administration.

Following the address, and for his prudent management of the State resources, the Delta State House of Assembly passed a vote of confidence in the governor.

The vote of confidence came through a resolution following a motion moved by the Deputy Speaker, Rt Hon Arthur Akpowowo and was seconded by the member representing Uvwie State Constituency, Hon Edafe Emakpor.

Similarly, the House also commended him for what it described as visionary and transformational leadership, effective financial stewardship, and a firm commitment to human capital development across the state.

This was sequel to a motion moved by the Leader of the House, Hon. Emeka Nwaobi, who praised Governor Oborevwori’s achievements in key sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and youth empowerment.

The motion was seconded by Hon. Ferguson Onwo, who represents Isoko South Constituency II, and was subsequently adopted through a unanimous voice vote presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor.

In his remarks, Speaker of the House, Rt. Emomotimi Guwor noted that Governor Oborevwori had done excellently through transformational leadership and strategic financial management.

He thanked the governor on behalf of the House for the commendable work being done for the development of the state.

Oborevwori, at maiden 2025 Delta Exco meeting, vows more bumper projects

Oborevwori, at maiden 2025 Delta Exco meeting, vows more bumper projects

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Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, said his administration was poised to deliver life- changing projects for the people ahead of his second year anniversary.

Governor Oborevwori disclosed this in his opening remarks at the maiden State Executive Council meeting for 2025 at Exco Chamber, Government House, Asaba.

He said his administration had lined up humongous projects across the three senatorial districts and urged Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to fastrack the process of awarding the projects in line with his administration’s MORE Agenda.

He said: “Today is the first Exco meeting of the state this year and we are happy to make use of this dry season to achieve a lot in our infrastructure drive.

“Today, Deltans will know that my administration is ready to do more for them. There are a lot we hope to achieve with today’s Exco meeting because it promises to be the best Exco meeting since our administration started.

“We are touching all the Senatorial districts and all local government areas have been carried along with the huge amounts we are spending this period.

“Deltans will be very happy and that is what we want. We are doing this in line with our MORE Agenda because we have promised Deltans that we are going to advance the state through the MORE Agenda and that is what we are doing.

“We are doing it so that the people will be happy and I want to advise the Ministries, Departments and Agencies to make sure they fast track the process of award of these contracts.

“We are already in February; we just have few months to the rainy season and I believe that we will have a lot of projects for inauguration during our second year anniversary in office,” he added.

Experts call for enhanced cybersecurity infrastructure, education in Delta

Experts call for enhanced cybersecurity infrastructure, education in Delta

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By Christopher Odamah

With the growing application of information and communication technology in governance, experts have called for a comprehensive and strong cybersecurity policy and legislation to protect critical infrastructure and personal data. Such policy should align with state cybersecurity policies with national and international standards.

The envisaged policy should address critical issues such as safeguarding critical infrastructure, including power grids, water systems, and transportation networks as vital assets.

This was part of the communique adopted at a one-day Delta State Cyber Security Summit last week in Asaba. Organised by the office of the Delta State Webmaster in partnership with Upgraded Era Solutions Limited and the National Cyber Security Center under the auspices of the Inspector General of Police, it is the first ever Cyber Security Summit in Delta State.

The summit also called for the adoption of strategies to explore the latest cyber threats and vulnerabilities, such as ransomware attacks, phishing scams, and data breaches, and how to mitigate the risks.

According to exerts at the summit, Delta State should as a matter of priority establish a Cybersecurity Centre and invest in training programmes to equip officers with the requisite skills and tools to handle evolving cyber threats effectively.

It also recommended that the Delta State Government should implement robust cybersecurity policies and frameworks to protect critical infrastructure and digital assets.

It also recommended youth engagement and the establishment of a Delta State Cybersecurity Task Force to ensure sustained collaboration among all stakeholders.

The summit addressed the shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals and the importance of investing in cybersecurity education and training programs to develop a robust cybersecurity workforce.

The Delta State Cybersecurity Summit unites government, law enforcement, and private organizations in addressing pressing cybersecurity challenges; to provide a platform for stakeholders to exchange ideas, share experiences and develop actionable strategies towards enhancing the state’s cybersecurity posture and also to strengthen the cybersecurity defenses and protect its digital assets.

Notable Security Agencies present at the event were NSCDC, Correctional Services, NDLEA, Nigerian Police, State Security Service (SSS) as well as Operation Delta Hawk.

Also in attendance attendance were top government officials,including officials from the office of the Accountant General of the State, Ministries of Economic Planning, Commissioner of Science and Technology, Information as well as Special Adviser to the Governor on Special Duties, Director General of Security, State of Orientation Bureau, Executive Assistant to the Governor on New Media, Executive Assistant Media, Executive Assistant Security and many other media aides to the Governor.

Members of Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) and civil society organizations were also represented.