As Delta State marked its 34th anniversary on Wednesday, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has called on citizens and residents to remain united, peaceful, and committed to building a greater and more prosperous state.
Speaking during a special thanksgiving service at the Government House Chapel, Asaba, the Governor expressed gratitude to Almighty God for His grace, mercy, and faithfulness since the creation of the state on August 27, 1991.
Represented by Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu, Governor Oborevwori described the celebration as not only a tradition but also a declaration of gratitude for 34 years of resilience, progress, and unity.
Oborevwori 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 under the MORE Agenda, now in its second year, Oborevwori noted that several inherited road and bridge projects had been completed while landmark infrastructure projects have been initiated, including flyover bridges at PTI Junction, Enerhen Junction, DSC Roundabout, Otovwodo Junction Ughelli and Uromi Junction in Agbor.
For riverine communities, the Governor said projects such as the Ayakoromo bridge and the Omadino-Okerenkoko-Kokodiagbene road were being prioritized to unlock the blue economy, enhance connectivity, and create jobs.
He further assured that his administration remains 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 continue.
He also said 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,” Oborevwori said, quoting 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 his strongest motivation to deliver more.
In his sermon titled “Forget Not All His Benefits”, Chaplain of Government House Asaba, Venerable Charles Osemenam, said Deltans have every reason to thank God for the state’s peace, development, and purposeful leadership since creation. He reminded the people that thanksgiving attracts more blessings and urged them to sustain their support and prayers for Governor Oborevwori.
Venerable Osemenam also 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 thanksgiving service was attended by top government functionaries, political leaders, religious leaders, traditional rulers, civil servants, and other dignitaries who joined in prayers for the peace and progress of Delta State.
