As Delta State marked its 34th anniversary, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori called on citizens and residents to strengthen the bonds of unity and peace in order to build a greater and more prosperous state.
Speaking during a special thanksgiving service at the Government House Chapel, Asaba, on Wednesday, the governor represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu emphasized the importance of collective commitment to the state’s progress.
He expressed gratitude to God for His mercy and faithfulness, describing the celebration as an opportunity to reflect on Delta’s resilience, growth, and shared achievements since its creation on Aug. 27, 1991.
Oborevwori paid tribute to the founding fathers, past leaders, civil servants, and citizens whose contributions have shaped Delta into “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,” he said.
Highlighting his administration’s achievements under the MORE Agenda, the governor noted that several inherited road and bridge projects had been completed. He added that new landmark projects such as flyovers at PTI Junction, Enerhen Junction, DSC Roundabout, Otovwodo Junction in Ughelli, and Uromi Junction in Agbor were ongoing.
He also listed major works in riverine areas, including the Ayakoromo Bridge and the Omadino-Okerenkoko-Kokodiagbene road, which he said were aimed at unlocking the blue economy, boosting connectivity, and creating job opportunities.
Oborevwori stressed that his government was equally committed to youth empowerment through scholarships, vocational skills, and entrepreneurship initiatives, while expanding investments in education and healthcare. According to him, primary health centers were being upgraded with modern facilities, and free medical care for pregnant women and children under five was sustained.
“Thanksgiving unlocks divine blessings; as we celebrate 34 years of Delta, we dedicate our future to God, trusting Him for prosperity, peace, and progress,” the governor added.
He commended his deputy, Monday Onyeme, members of the State House of Assembly, his cabinet, the judiciary, civil servants, and the people of Delta for their support, stressing that the mandate given to him in 2023 remained his driving force to deliver more.
In his sermon, Chaplain of the Government House Chapel, Venerable Charles Osemenam, speaking on the theme “Forget Not All His Benefits,” urged Deltans to remain thankful to God for peace, development, and purposeful leadership since the state’s creation. He also described Delta as a land blessed with sports, education, infrastructure, and natural resources, encouraging citizens to sustain their prayers and support for the administration’s MORE Agenda as the state advances into the future.