By Sunday Apah
As Delta State observed its 34th anniversary, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori urged residents to stay united, peaceful, and dedicated to forging a brighter and more prosperous future for the state.
Speaking during a special thanksgiving service at the Government House Chapel in Asaba, the governor expressed gratitude to Almighty God for His grace, mercy, and faithfulness since Delta’s creation on August 27, 1991.
Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu, Oborevwori described the anniversary as both a tradition and a pledge of gratitude for 34 years of resilience, progress, and unity.
He paid tribute to Delta’s founding fathers, past leaders, civil servants, and citizens whose sacrifices helped shape Delta into what he called “a symbol of diversity, academic excellence, and human capital development.”
“Unity is the foundation of our progress, and our diversity is our greatest strength. I urge all Deltans to continue fostering peace, fairness, and brotherhood,” the governor stated.
In outlining his administration’s achievements under the MORE Agenda, now in its second year, Oborevwori noted the completion of several inherited road and bridge projects and the launch of landmark infrastructure, including flyovers at PTI Junction, Enerhen Junction, DSC Roundabout, Otovwodo Junction in Ughelli, and Uromi Junction in Agbor.
For riverine communities, he said projects such as the Ayakoromo Bridge and the Omadino–Okerenkoko–Kokodiagbene road were being prioritized to boost the blue economy, improve connectivity, and create jobs.
The governor reaffirmed his commitment to youth empowerment through scholarships, skills training, and entrepreneurship support, while also increasing investment in healthcare and education. Primary health care centers are being upgraded with modern equipment, and free medical services for pregnant women and children under five continue. He also noted ongoing efforts to strengthen artisanal and vocational institutions to bolster human capital development.
“Thanksgiving unlocks divine blessings. As we celebrate 34 years of Delta, we dedicate our future to God, trusting Him for prosperity, peace, and progress,” Oborevwori quoted from Psalm 107:1.
He thanked his deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme; the Speaker and members of the State House of Assembly; his cabinet; the judiciary; civil servants; and the people of Delta for their trust and support, stressing that the mandate given to him in 2023 remains the strongest motivation to deliver more.
In his sermon titled “Forget Not All His Benefits,” the Chaplain of Government House Asaba, Venerable Charles Osemenam, reminded Deltans of the peace, development, and purposeful leadership Delta has enjoyed since its creation. He urged sustained support and prayers for Governor Oborevwori.
Venerable Osemenam also described Delta as a home of sports, education, infrastructure, oil exploration, and other blessings, urging citizens to remain stakeholders in the state’s Renewed Hope for MORE Agenda.
The thanksgiving service was attended by top government officials, political leaders, religious leaders, traditional rulers, civil servants, and other dignitaries who joined in prayers for Delta State’s peace and progress.
