UGHELLI/Nigeria: The Ovie of Ughelli Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Wilson Ojakovo Oharisi III, has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for embarking on the construction of the Otovwodo Flyover, describing the project as a landmark intervention that will permanently reposition Ughelli as a modern metropolis.
The monarch gave the commendation on Monday at his palace shortly after the groundbreaking ceremony of the flyover in Ughelli, Ughelli North Local Government Area, while receiving the governor and other dignitaries who attended the historic event.
According to the Ovie, the Otovwodo Flyover represents a major milestone in the development trajectory of the kingdom, stressing that infrastructure development directly translates into improved quality of life for the people.
Speaking through the Otota (Spokesman) of Ughelli Kingdom, Peter Akpofure, the monarch praised Governor Oborevwori’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the progress of the kingdom. He noted that the completion of strategic roads around the Otovwodo axis had already eased the long-standing traffic congestion that plagued the area for decades.
He also acknowledged the construction of other roads across the kingdom, as well as the governor’s appointment of sons and daughters of Ughelli Kingdom into strategic positions in government, describing the gestures as deliberate actions that have uplifted communities and strengthened inclusion.
“This flyover bridge will forever change the face of Ughelli and will be remembered and appreciated by generations yet unborn,” the monarch said, as he offered prayers for divine guidance, resources and human support for the governor to succeed in office. He further pledged the cooperation and loyalty of the people of Ughelli Kingdom to the Oborevwori administration.
Responding, Governor Oborevwori thanked the monarch and the people of Ughelli Kingdom for the warm reception and sustained support, describing the traditional institution as a critical stakeholder in grassroots development and peaceful governance.
The governor reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to continue delivering impactful infrastructure projects across Delta State, explaining that the Otovwodo Flyover was designed to improve traffic flow, enhance safety and stimulate economic activities in Ughelli, in line with the MORE Agenda of his administration.
In a related development, the governor paid a courtesy visit to the Ughelli residence of industrialist and political leader, Morrison Olori, founder of the Ukodo Nation Political Support Group.
During the visit, Olori and members of the group commended Governor Oborevwori for his development initiatives across the state and assured him of their continued support ahead of the 2027 general elections.
