Delta State’s story is one of vision, progress and a future being shaped by purposeful leadership. From major infrastructure and institutional development to economic investment and opportunities for growth, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is steering the state towards a new chapter of transformation under the MORE Agenda. The focus is not just on what is being built today, but on the lasting impact these efforts will have on generations of Deltans.

September 2024 marked another step in Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s commitment to workers’ welfare, with a focus on settling outstanding pension obligations and promotion arrears. The subsequent release of funds for pension payments reflects the importance of honouring the entitlements of those who served Delta State.

The Delta State House of Assembly has approved the proposed Sixth Alteration Bill to the 1999 Constitution, seeking to establish State Police Services while retaining the Nigeria Police Force as the Federal Police Service. The resolution was passed unanimously during plenary on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, with 23 lawmakers voting in favour of the proposed amendment. Members highlighted its potential to strengthen local intelligence gathering, improve response to security threats and enhance the protection of lives and property. In his remarks, the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, directed the Clerk of the House to communicate the Assembly’s resolution to the National Assembly for further legislative action. He noted that improved security would strengthen public confidence, attract investment and support economic growth in line with the state government’s MORE Agenda.

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s commitment to the well-being of Deltans continues to reflect in actions that bring healthcare closer to those who need it most. Through timely medical intervention and targeted support, the administration is working to ensure that vulnerable residents receive the care and attention they deserve under the MORE Agenda.

Through the MORE Agenda, the Delta State Government continues to invest in building a stronger healthcare workforce by expanding opportunities for professional training.

The Delta State Government has declared a three-day mourning period in honour of the state’s former Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON, who passed away in the early hours of Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71. The mourning period, which takes effect from Monday, October 19, is in recognition of the passing of the former Governor, who served the state from 2007 to 2015. According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Emu, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has directed that all flags on public buildings across Delta State be flown at half-mast throughout the three-day mourning period as a mark of respect for the departed leader.

Through the MORE Agenda, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration continues to create opportunities that empower Deltans to build sustainable livelihoods. The presentation of 50 sewing machines to beneficiaries in Isoko North by Chief Kome Okpobor, Executive Director, Finance and Administration, DESOPADEC, is a step towards strengthening small businesses, promoting self-reliance and turning skills into sustainable sources of income.

The Delta State Government has commenced a ₦5 billion grassroots empowerment programme targeting 100,000 small-scale business owners and other beneficiaries across the state’s 500 wards, with each beneficiary expected to receive ₦50,000. The Executive Assistant to the Governor on Public Enlightenment (Projects and Policies), Mr Olisa Ifeajika, disclosed this while speaking with journalists in Asaba, explaining that the initiative was designed to complement the administration’s investments in critical infrastructure with direct financial support to residents. According to Ifeajika, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori directed local government councillors to facilitate the distribution, with each ward expected to reach at least 200 beneficiaries. The programme aims to support small businesses, strengthen household finances and stimulate economic activities at the grassroots. He added that the initiative reflects the administration’s commitment to improving livelihoods and expanding economic opportunities for Deltans, in line with the people-centred objectives of the MORE Agenda.

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori underscores the importance of an independent judiciary in building a society where justice is administered with fairness, integrity and respect for human dignity. He urges judicial officers and legal practitioners to uphold the highest standards of their profession, ensuring that the rule of law prevails without influence or favour, and that justice is delivered fairly, impartially and in a timely manner, as a foundation for peace, security and sustainable development in Delta State. #SheriffSays

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has been honoured with the Christian Icon Award by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), in recognition of his commitment to ethical leadership, integrity, public service and Christian values. The award was presented by CAN President, His Eminence, Most Rev. (Dr.) Daniel C. Okoh, during the Association’s 50th anniversary celebration at the National Christian Centre, Abuja, today.

Every part of Delta State matters, and every community deserves to feel the impact of governance. Through the MORE Agenda, the commitment remains to ensuring that development reaches all 25 local government areas, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for Deltans. #SheriffQuote

Empowering people is about more than providing support; it is about restoring hope, easing burdens and creating room for a better tomorrow. Through the MORE Agenda, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and his wife, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, continue to extend a helping hand to Deltans, touching lives and strengthening families through initiatives that put people first. Because when people are empowered, hope grows, families thrive and communities become stronger.

Agriculture is the heartbeat of Delta State, feeding families, creating jobs and powering communities from farm to marketplace. Through the MORE Agenda, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration is supporting farmers, strengthening food security and advancing agricultural development to build a stronger, more resilient economy.

Her Excellency, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, has distributed food items and cash support to 2,500 women across Delta State’s 25 local government areas under the Food Bank Initiative, with 100 beneficiaries drawn from each local government area. Speaking during the distribution exercise, the First Lady said the initiative was designed to provide relief to vulnerable women, including widows and persons living with disabilities, while supporting families and promoting social inclusion. Each beneficiary received three tubers of yam, a carton of spaghetti, a bag of rice, a carton of Laziza groundnut oil, a bag of salt, a bag of beans, a bag of garri and ₦50,000 cash through her You Matter Charity Foundation. She noted that the initiative aligns with the Renewed Hope Initiative of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and complements the MORE Agenda of His Excellency, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, particularly its focus on human capital development, social inclusion and improving the standard of living of Deltans. She also highlighted the foundation’s free medical outreach, which has expanded across the state to support vulnerable children and families, including children living with autism and other special needs.

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has fulfilled his ₦50 million scholarship promise to Miss Davina Ogheneovo, a student of Oghareki Modern Technical College, Oghara, Ethiope West Local Government Area, following her impressive speech at the inauguration of the institution. Receiving Davina and her family at Government House, Asaba, the Governor said the gesture reflects his administration’s commitment to recognising excellence and investing in the future of young people. He directed that the scholarship be managed through a dedicated account for her education, assuring the family that it would cover her studies through the technical college and university. Davina, who aspires to become a medical doctor, expressed gratitude for the support, while her mother described the award as a significant relief and an investment in her daughter’s future.