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Delta State Government has approved the upward review of contract price of some ongoing projects across the state, due to rising cost of construction materials. The Commissioner for Information, Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, disclosed this Thursday while briefing journalists on some of the decisions reached at the State Executive Council (EXCO) meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Dr Osuoza also said that the state government also terminated the contract for the rehabilitation of the Warri Township Stadium for apparent lack of capacity to deliver the project

Delta State Government, Thursday, banned the use of commercial motorcycle, otherwise known as "Okada" as a means of transportation within the state capital territory. The State Government also banned, forthwith, scrap metaI scavenging, otherwise known as ‘iron condemn’, in the state capital, Asaba, with immediate effect. Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Dr. Kingsley Emu, disclosed this invAsaba, while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Dr. Emu, who said the ban, which was necessitated by the

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, launched the MORE Grant Scheme for petty traders, artisans and female entrepreneurs with 5,426 persons from poor and vulnerable households in the state benefitting. Speaking at the formal launch of the M.O.R.E Grant Scheme at Event Centre, Asaba, Governor Oborevwori said the initiative was a comprehensive support system that would empower 5,426 Deltans, comprising 1,600 petty traders, 1,826 artisans and 2000 female entrepreneurs across the state. He said Delta State was rich in talent and ambition and commended

By Felix Ofou These are indeed glory days for Deltans as far as the health sector is concerned. This is in keeping with the resolve of Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State to improve on the well-being of the people. In less than a year in office, many are beginning to feel the impact of the giant strides in this sector. With drastic reduction in maternal mortality rate of about 265 deaths per 100,000 births, as against a national average of 2000, Delta stands

Less than 200 metres from the Dennis Osadebay University gate stood a bungalow,some footsteps,off busy Anwai Asaba -Ugbolu road. Next to the building laid a white cottage,now a wreckage of broken blocks,mangled steel and collapsed wood.A roaring bulldozer,with a high-reach boom arm,bearing four giant metal teeth,had just demolished the cottage under a blistering afternoon sun. Then the hydraulic machine slowly turned to the nearby bungalow adjacent to Dennis Osadebay University Minutes later,the building has crashed down,gone in unstoppable demolition. The motorised excavator headed somewhere else-towards a one-

Delta State Governor Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Francis Orhowedor Oborevwori assumed office on May 29, 2023, with a firm commitment on his Mission “To run an open, responsive government that meets the needs, and aspirations of our people through infrastructure development, growth in human capital and improved social harmony.” One year down the line Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has kept faith with that pledge and as the May 29, 2024 one year anniversary countdown progresses steadily, Deltans across the Three Senatorial zones have continued to give glowing

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has scaled up the direct beneficiaries of Delta COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (D-CARES) Programme from from 36,353 to 110,841.This depicts an increase of approximately 205 per cent on the initial figure of 36,353 beneficiaries. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this at a townhall meeting with beneficiaries of the (D-CARES) Programme held at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, on Wednesday. He said he was happy to hear of the heartwarming and success stories of the beneficiaries and the positive

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has underscored the importance of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the effective fight against all forms of criminality in the country. Governor Oborevwori noted that effective deployment of ICT in the fight against crime and criminality would promote peace and create a business friendly-ambience that would ultimately stimulate investors' confidence in Nigeria. He disclosed this Wednesday when he received on a courtesy visit, the Deputy Inspector- General of Police (DIG) in-charge of ICT Department, Force Headquarters, DIG Sokari

On May 21, 2024, the Civil Service Commission diligently carried out one of its statutory functions by conducting interviews for promotions across various offices and salary grade levels. The following offices actively participated in the interview process:Office of the Head of Service (Administrative Officers)Directorate of Establishment and PensionsOffice of the Accountant GeneralOffice of the Head of Service - Other cadres in the Governor's Office and Fire ServiceDelta State Internal Revenue ServiceDirectorate of TransportMinistry of InformationMinistry of Energy The Civil Service Commission's role is instrumental in ensuring

…says peace will return to Rivers Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, said Governors of the South-South states of the country were united for the overall and integrated development of the region. He lauded the people of Rivers State for their organic support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara, assuring that peace will return to the state again. Governor Oborevwori who stated this at the inauguration of 21.49km Egbeda internal roads and drainages in Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, said Governor Fubara would not dissapoint

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