By Ane Azuka
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State on Thursday assured that the remaining two years of his administration would be marked by continued transformational leadership and development across the state.
Speaking at the 2025 Delta State Thanksgiving and Praise Day held at the Events Centre in Asaba, Governor Oborevwori expressed optimism that the state’s strategic alliance with the Federal Government being one of the top contributors to the nation’s revenue, would yield even greater dividends for the people of the state.
He thanked Deltans for their support, unity, and commitment to the state’s peace and progress over the past two years, assuring that even greater development laid ahead.
Governor Oborevwori; “To the glory of God, this administration has reached the halfway mark of its tenure. These past two years have been focused on consolidating previous achievements, breaking new ground, and creating fresh pathways for the socio-economic advancement of our beloved Delta State.
“It is our custom in Delta State to return all the glory to God for all He has done, and today, we are here to show our appreciation”.
While highlighting the progress made so far, he said the state had much to be thankful for.
He said: “Yesterday, I presented our midterm report to the State House of Assembly. It is a catalogue of progress across all indices of socio-economic development. Indeed, God has been faithful to us.
“As you know, thanksgiving is an application for more. We need more, and that is why we have come here to give thanks”.
He said: “As we begin the third year of our administration with thanksgiving, I believe God will continue to increase us and grant us our collective desires as a people.
“I am delighted to see our federal lawmakers, federal appointees, and leaders of our great party, the APC, fully represented here today. This gathering reflects the diversity and unity of our state.
“I believe we are more united now than ever, and we shall continue in that unity in Jesus’ name. The faces here today represent the who’s who of Delta State. For the first time in ten years, we are united. To God be the glory.”
Governor Oborevwori urged Deltans to continue praying for the state as it progresses on its path of peace and development.
“We covet your prayers and continued support in our mission to advance Delta State through the MORE Agenda. I assure you all that we will do more, and we will listen to the people more.
“The remaining two years of this administration will be an exciting adventure in transformational leadership. As a major contributor to the national coffers, Delta State deserves and will receive more benefits from the center”, he said.
In his sermon titled; “Giving Thanks and Enduring to Keep the Unity in the Bond of Peace,” based on Ephesians 4:3, the Archbishop of Bendel Province, Anglican Communion, Archbishop Cyril Odutemu, congratulated Governor Oborevwori and the people of Delta State on the second anniversary of the administration.
He lauded the Governor for his remarkable achievements within two years, describing him as “a child of destiny.”
The Archbishop noted that those who once doubted or underestimated Oborevwori’s leadership were now witnesses to his impressive performance.
He cited the successful completion of the Ughelli-Asaba Highway as a project that had further endeared the Governor to the people.
Emphasizing the importance of unity and inclusiveness and urged the Governor to maintain close relationships with key stakeholders across the state.
The Archbishop also offered prayers for Governor Oborevwori, asking God to help him fulfill his mandate and for peace and unity to reign in Delta State.
The Thanksgiving and Praise Day event was graced by the wife of the Governor, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori; Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme and his wife, Catherine; Senator Ifeanyi Okowa and his wife, Edith, Senators Ned Nwoko, Ede Dafinone, and Joel-Onowakpo Thomas; the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo; the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor; members of the House of Representatives; the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, Elder Omeni Sobotie and a host of other dignitaries.
