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STATEHOUSE PRESS STATEMENT WE HAVE MADE UNDENIABLE PROGRESS:  PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU'S STATEMENT ON THE SECOND ANNIVERSARY OF HIS ADMINISTRATION ON MAY 29, 2025 Fellow Nigerians, as we mark the second anniversary of our administration, I salute your resilience and undaunted spirit. Two years ago, you entrusted me with the sacred responsibility to lead our nation at a time of historic challenges. Together, we have faced these headwinds with courage and determination. The economic and general situation of the country I inherited required that we redirect the country's affairs with a bold and new vision. I immediately implemented two necessary policies to stop our country from further drifting into the precipice. It was apparent that if the federal government and the other two tiers of government must remain viable and cater to the citizens' welfare, we must do away with decades-long fuel subsidies and the corruption-ridden multiple foreign exchange windows. The two were no lon...

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU COMMISSIONS THE FIRST PHASE OF THE LAGOS-CALABAR COASTAL HIGHWAY AND OTHER ROADS, WARNS CONTRACTORS AND ESTATE DEVELOPERS   President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed the federal government's commitment to local content, technology transfer, and the empowerment of Nigerians as he commissioned the first phase of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and several major road projects across the country.   At the ceremony in Lagos on Saturday, President Tinubu directed the Minister of Works, David Umahi, and other ministers overseeing projects across the country to ensure full compliance with the laws on local content, training of Nigerians and technology transfer.   He emphasised that the government will no longer compensate developers who fail to observe legal building setbacks and approvals, stressing the need for urban planning and the rule of law.   "Let me warn all the developers that the Federal Government will enforce setbacks...

Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting peace and development in the Niger Delta region, pledging continued collaboration with stakeholders and investment in youth empowerment initiatives. The company's Managing Director, High Chief Keston Pondi, made this declaration on Saturday, May 31, 2025, during the official commissioning of the Isoko Youth House (Fred Obe Secretariat) in Ozoro, Delta State. Speaking at the event, Chief Pondi emphasized that Tantita's mandate from the federal government—primarily to safeguard critical oil infrastructure—goes beyond pipeline surveillance. He stated that the company is equally focused on fostering long-term peace and unity by empowering local youths and supporting community development. The newly inaugurated Isoko Youth House, located along the Ozoro/Kwale Road opposite the Southern Delta University Gate, symbolizes the company’s ongoing efforts in this direction. Pondi officially unveiled the fa...

Delta State Chairman of the Association of Community Newspaper Publishers of Nigeria (ACNPN), Comrade Ike Abiagom (l) and the National President of the Federated Union of Community Newspaper Publishers of Nigeria, Comrade Dan Awana (r), shortly after a reconciliation meeting in Asaba, on Friday, May 30, 2025 Community newspaper publishers in Delta State have set aside their differences and united under a single, formidable front, dissolving all existing factions to deepen support for the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and the promotion of the MORE Agenda at the grassroots. Recall that after their elections in November 2024, a leadership crisis in the union ensued which led to the emergence of another faction within the association of community newspaper publishers. After several efforts to reconcile the differences, the union finally set aside their differences at a meeting in Asaba, the state capital. At the meeting, the state chairman of the Association of Community Ne...

President of Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), Mr Eze Anaba has commended the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for what he described as “real and measurable development” across the state.  Speaking in Effurun, after a guided tour of projects in the state, Anaba, said the Editors were particularly impressed by the strategic investment in social protection initiatives, public sector reform, and massive road infrastructure, which collectively paint the picture of a state moving steadily towards sustainable progress. According to him, "from all indications, Governor Oborevwori is not just making promises; he is implementing policies that touch the lives of ordinary citizens.  "We have seen some very impressive road networks that are very fitting of this environment. We have had cases where roads cave in within weeks, schools collapsed within weeks.  "The road network we have seen so far is quite impressive and from what we have seen so far, Delta is exper...

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has charged supporters, Rivers people and Nigerians to thank President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his swift intervention to salvage the State from looming anarchy arising from the festering political crisis. He also said that the peace and reconciliation process, which was a precursor to restoring all Executive and Legislative institutions and offices was already underway, and assured that democracy and good governance will soon return in the State, with both arms of government working together for the good of the people. Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Nelson Chukwudi disclosed in news release on Thursday, May 29, 2025, that Governor Fubara stated these at a meeting with leaders and stakeholders of the Simplified Movement as part of activities to mark his two years in office as Governor of Rivers State in Port Harcourt on Thursday.  He said, "I want to assure you that the issues will soon be resolved, and you will come back to your ...

Delta State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) Commends Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on His Two Years in Office The Delta State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) heartily commends the Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on the occasion of his two years in office. In a statement issued by the State Chapter Chairman, Mr. Godfrey Osakwe, fnipr, the Institute lauded the Governor for his dynamic, people-oriented, and development focused leadership.  According to Mr. Osakwe, Governor Oborevwori has consistently demonstrated that good governance is achievable, not through magic, but through passion, commitment, sincerity of purpose, and genuine love for the people. "Truly, it is both reassuring and inspiring to witness the massive infrastructural development currently unfolding across Delta State under the dynamic leadership of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.  The administration’s commitment to physica...

Federated Community Newspaper Publishers of Nigeria (FCNPN),have felicitated with the Governor of Delta State, Elder Sheriff Oborevwori on his second years anniversary as Governor of the State. In a statement signed by the National President Dr Daniel Dike Awana and its secretary, Comrade Shehu Obanire, the group congratulated the governor on behalf of the national body and celebrated the governor on his significant achievements, describing the development as a testimony of his tremendous and transformative delivery of the dividends of democracy to the grassroots people of the state. According to the statement: "As a man with street credibility, you are always in touch with the grassroots, we heartily congratulate His Excellency, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Oborevwori, the Executive Governor of Delta State, on this remarkable occasion. "Our amiable governor, this milestone marks a significant achievement in your journey towards transforming Delta State through the M.O.R.E AGENDA...

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has 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 on Thursday, 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 ...

The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja, on Thursday, May 29, 2025, affirmed Mr Monday Okpebholo as duly elected governor in the Sept. 21, 2024 governorship election held in Edo. The court, in a judgement by a three-member panel led by Justice M. A. Danjuma, dismissed an appeal filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, to challenge the election outcome. The appellate court held that it found no reason to dislodge the April 2, judgement of the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, which validated the declaration of Gov. Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as winner of the poll. News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Justice Wilfred Kpochi-led three-member Edo Election Tribunal panel had eatlier dismissed the petitions by the PDP and its candidate; the Action Alliance (AA) and its National Chairman, Adekunle Rufai Omoaje; as well as a case that was brought before it by the Accord Party (AP) and its own candidate, Dr. Bright E...

Immediate past Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon Ndudi Elumelu, OON has congratulated Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State, on the second anniversary of his administration. In a congratulatory message on Thursday, Rt. Hon Elumelu praised Governor Oborevwori for his leadership and commitment to the development of Delta State.  Elumelu noted that the Governor's administration has made significant milestones in various sectors, including infrastructure, healthcare, education and human capital development through his MORE Agenda for a renewed hope "Your Excellency's administration has shown remarkable dedication to the welfare of the people of Delta State, and I commend you for your tireless efforts to improve the lives of our people in all sectors across the three Senatorial Districts. "Your humility and commitment to good governance through prudence and proactive handling of the State's resources is exceptional and we ...

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday, called for calm and restraint among residents of Warri Federal Constituency amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ward delineation exercise. Delivering his State of the State address before the Delta State House of Assembly, Governor Oborevwori urged Deltans to remain law-abiding and avoid actions or utterances that could disrupt the peace and security of the state. “I urge all Deltans, especially those in Warri Federal Constituency, to remain calm and law-abiding, as the issues arising from the INEC ward delineation are being addressed by the appropriate federal authorities,” he stated. Reaffirming his commitment to unity and progress, the Governor emphasized that he remains a Governor for all Deltans and fully dedicated to building a peaceful, prosperous, and inclusive Delta State. He outlined the strategic priorities of his administration, which include fostering inc...

Children’s Day 2025 – A Brighter Future for the Niger Delta (In Line With Dr. Samuel Ogbuku) As we celebrate Children’s Day, we honor the young lives that represent the promise of the Niger Delta — and the leadership working tirelessly to secure that promise. Under the direction of Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, MD/CEO of NDDC, remarkable progress is being made: Schools are being rebuilt and scholarships revived to restore quality education. Health centers are being upgraded to ensure children have access to essential care. Youth-focused programs are empowering the next generation with skills and opportunities. Dr. Ogbuku’s leadership is setting a new standard — placing the future of our children at the core of regional development. Today, the Niger Delta celebrates its children — and the visionary behind the strides being made for their tomorrow. Happy Children’s Day! #ChildrensDay2025 #NDDC #DrSamuelOgbuku #HopeForTheNigerDelta #BuildingTheFuture WARRI (DELTA STATE) At Children’s Day Celebration...