Asaba, Aug. 27, 2025(NAN) Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta on Wednesday urged the citizens and residents of the state to remain united, peaceful, and committed to building a greater and more prosperous state.
The governor made the call during a special thanksgiving service to mark the 34th anniversary of the state at Government House Chapel, Asaba.
Oborevwori, represented by the 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 Aug. 27, 1991.
He 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 built Delta into what he called “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’s two years in office under the MORE Agenda, Oborevwori said that several inherited road and bridge projects had been completed.
He said that landmark infrastructure projects were initiated which included flyover bridges at PTI Junction, Enerhen Junction, DSC Roundabout, Otovwodo Junction Ughelli and Uromi Junction in Agbor.
He added that projects were also executed in riverine communities, such as the Ayakoromo bridge and the Omadino-Okerenkoko-Kokodiagbene road, prioritized to unlock the blue economy, enhance connectivity, and create jobs.
Oborevwori assured that his administration remained committed to youth empowerment through scholarships, skills training, and entrepreneurship support, while also investing heavily in healthcare and education.
According to him, primary healthcare centers are being upgraded with modern equipment, while free medical services for pregnant women and children under five continues.
‘’The state is strengthening artisanal and vocational institutions to boost 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,” he said.
He thanked his deputy, 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.
Oborevwori, however, said that the mandate given to him in 2023 remained his strongest motivation to deliver more.
The Chaplain of Government House Asaba, Venerable Charles Osemenam, in his sermon titled, “Forget Not All His Benefits”, urged the people of Delta to thank God for the state’s peace, development, and purposeful leadership since creation.
He reminded the people that thanksgiving attracted more blessings and urged them to sustain their support and prayers for Gov. Oborevwori.
Osemenam described Delta as a home of sports, education, infrastructure, oil exploration, and many other blessings, charging citizens to remain stakeholders in the “Renewed Hope for MORE Agenda.”
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event was attended by top government functionaries, political leaders, religious leaders, traditional rulers, civil servants, and other dignitaries.(NAN)
