ASABA/Nigeria: As Delta State marked its 34th anniversary on Wednesday, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori called on citizens and residents to remain united, peaceful, and committed to building a greater and more prosperous state.
Speaking at a special thanksgiving service held at the Government House Chapel, Asaba, the Governor, represented by Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu, expressed gratitude to Almighty God for His grace, mercy, and faithfulness since the creation of the state on August 27, 1991.
Oborevwori described the celebration as not only a tradition but also a declaration of gratitude for 34 years of resilience, progress, and unity. He paid tribute to the founding fathers, past leaders, civil servants, and citizens whose sacrifices and contributions have made Delta a “symbol of diversity, academic excellence, and human capital development.”
“Unity is the bedrock of our progress, and our diversity is our greatest strength. I therefore call on all Deltans to continue to promote peace, fairness, and brotherhood,” the Governor said.
Highlighting the achievements of his administration under the MORE Agenda, now in its second year, Oborevwori noted that several inherited road and bridge projects had been completed while landmark infrastructure projects had been initiated, including flyover bridges at PTI Junction, Enerhen Junction, DSC Roundabout, Otovwodo Junction in Ughelli, and Uromi Junction in Agbor.
For riverine communities, he said strategic projects such as the Ayakoromo bridge and the Omadino-Okerenkoko-Kokodiagbene road were being prioritized to unlock the blue economy, enhance connectivity, and create jobs.
The Governor also assured that his administration remained committed to youth empowerment through scholarships, skills training, and entrepreneurship support, while also investing heavily in healthcare and education to strengthen the state’s human capital base.
