WARRI/Nigeria: Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s readiness to collaborate with the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) on the ambitious Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos Road and Bridges project, describing it as a transformative infrastructure drive that will open up Delta’s coastal corridor for unprecedented economic growth.
Speaking on Friday during the inauguration of the NDDC State Office in Warri, Governor Oborevwori announced plans to convene a tripartite meeting involving the Delta State Government, NDDC, and Chevron to establish a clear roadmap for the commencement of the project.
He emphasized that his administration remains firmly committed to the delivery of large-scale infrastructure that directly impacts the lives of Deltans.
“I want to say that Delta State is ready to partner with the NDDC and Chevron to deliver this project,” the governor declared. “We are not afraid to take on big projects. I was born and raised here; I understand what our people need, and I can assure you, we are ready to make it happen.”
Governor Oborevwori explained that the proposed partnership would not only accelerate the execution of the Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos project but also strengthen the foundations for sustainable regional development through collaboration among key stakeholders.
He disclosed that by the first week of next month, the state government would invite the management of Chevron and other relevant agencies to begin formal discussions on modalities for the project’s implementation.
“As a government, we will continue to encourage partnerships — regional or national — to ensure that development is not just on paper but visible and felt in every community,” Oborevwori said, reaffirming his administration’s open-door policy for credible collaborations that translate to tangible progress.
The governor reiterated his commitment to transparency, accountability, and cost-effective service delivery, describing the project as a strategic investment that will enhance economic connectivity, security, and peacebuilding in the riverine and oil-producing areas.
According to preliminary designs, the Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos–Ugborodo Road and Bridges project will span approximately 70.76 kilometres, beginning from Ughoton/Omadino near the Opumami canal and terminating at Ogidigben–Ugborodo (Tank Farm).
The project includes a 66.54-kilometre main alignment, a 4.22-kilometre spur to Kokodiagbene, and 29 bridges that will link vital oil-bearing and coastal communities across Warri South and Warri South-West Local Government Areas.
When completed, the road will provide direct access to strategic oil and gas hubs, including Chevron’s Escravos Export Terminal, while boosting trade, transport, and security in the Niger Delta’s most challenging terrain.
Governor Oborevwori’s renewed call for partnership signals a decisive step in his MORE Agenda — aimed at delivering Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security.
With the Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos project now gaining momentum, it is poised to become one of the defining infrastructure legacies of his administration and a catalyst for inclusive growth across Delta’s coastal belt.
