DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has mourned the passing of former Deputy Governor, Chief Benjamin Elue, who died at the age of 85. In a condolence message issued in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor described Elue as a loyal statesman, seasoned administrator and dedicated party man whose […]
DELTA State Governor and Visitor to Southern Delta University (SDU), Ozoro, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Saturday approved a range of critical infrastructural projects as the institution graduated 1,231 students at its maiden convocation ceremony — a major milestone in the university’s growth. Speaking at the convocation, Governor Oborevwori described the event as a historic […]
DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Saturday commissioned multiple landmark projects at Southern Delta University, Ozoro, as the institution held its maiden convocation ceremony. The newly inaugurated facilities include a block of science laboratories, the Faculty of Computing Complex, the Pa James Odhokpa Izomor Engineering Workshops — comprising 10 fully equipped workshops donated […]
Mandatory Filing Window Opens for 2026 Assessment Year THE Lagos State Internal Revenue Service has reminded Lagos residents earning taxable income to submit their individual annual tax returns on or before 31st March 2026. The directive covers employees under the PAYE scheme, entrepreneurs, professionals, self-employed persons and individuals operating within the informal economy. The returns […]
DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has called on political leaders across the country to put unity above rivalry, warning that Nigeria’s progress depends on cooperation, mutual respect and a shared sense of responsibility. The governor made the remarks on Friday during the Funeral Mass of the late Senator Peter Nwaoboshi at St. Augustine’s […]
Stakeholders Convene on Gender Justice in Asaba KEY stakeholders in Delta State have called for stronger institutional responses to gender-based violence (GBV) and greater inclusion of women in leadership and decision-making processes. The call was made during a leadership workshop convened in Asaba by the Otdel Health Heritage and Environmental Initiative (OHHEI), a non-profit organisation […]
Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue Targets Recurring Tensions A leading Niger Delta advocacy organisation, the Center for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ), has launched a peace movement aimed at de-escalating recurring tensions among the Ijaw, Itsekiri and Urhobo ethnic nationalities in Warri Federal Constituency of Delta State. The high-level roundtable dialogue, held on 24 February 2026, at King […]
CCDI Honours Oborevwori for Democratic Leadership DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has been conferred with the Leadership Action Award by the Centre for Convention on Democratic Integrity (CCDI) in recognition of his administration’s commitment to peace, justice, and institutional strengthening. The award, presented at a ceremony in Asaba on Friday, acknowledged the state […]
Oborevwori Celebrates First Lady’s Compassionate Leadership DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has described Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, as a blessing to the nation, praising her humility and deep commitment to the poor and vulnerable. The governor spoke Thursday at a grand homecoming reception held in her honour at the palace of the […]
DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has described Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, as a humble, compassionate and impactful leader whose programmes continue to uplift vulnerable citizens across the country. Speaking on Thursday at the grand homecoming reception in honour of the First Lady at the palace of the Olu of Warri, the […]