ASABA: Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State on Wednesday called on citizens to remain united, peaceful, and committed to building a more prosperous state.
The governor made the call at a special thanksgiving service held at Government House Chapel, Asaba, to mark Delta’s 34th anniversary.
Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu, Oborevwori expressed gratitude to God for His grace and faithfulness since the state’s creation on August 27, 1991.
He paid tribute to founding fathers, past leaders, civil servants, and citizens whose sacrifices had shaped Delta into what he described as “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 call on all Deltans to continue to promote peace, fairness, and brotherhood,” he said.
Reviewing his administration’s achievements under the MORE Agenda, Oborevwori said that inherited road and bridge projects had been completed, while new infrastructure, such as flyovers at PTI Junction, Enerhen Junction, DSC Roundabout, Otovwodo Junction in Ughelli, and Uromi Junction in Agbor were underway.
He added that projects in riverine areas, including the Ayakoromo Bridge and Omadino-Okerenkoko-Kokodiagbene road, were being prioritized to unlock the blue economy, enhance connectivity, and create jobs.
The governor assured of continued investment in youth empowerment, healthcare, and education.
He said that primary health centres were being upgraded with modern equipment, while free maternal and child healthcare services remained in place.
Oborevwori thanked his deputy, Monday Onyeme, the Speaker and members of the State Assembly, his cabinet, judiciary, civil servants, and the people for their support, pledging to deliver more on the mandate given to him in 2023.
In his sermon, Chaplain of Government House, Asaba, Venerable Charles Osemenam, urged Deltans to remain thankful for peace and purposeful leadership, adding that thanksgiving attracts more blessings.
The service was attended by top government officials, political leaders, religious leaders, traditional rulers, civil servants, and dignitaries.
