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Since assuming office on May 29, 2023, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has emerged as one of Nigeria’s most notable performing Governors. His administration’s “MORE Agenda” — Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace And Security — has provided a clear roadmap for governance, translating plans into tangible outcomes across infrastructure, social welfare, and fiscal management.

Delta State under Governor Oborevwori is proving that clear vision and disciplined execution can deliver real change.

In just about every sector and aspect of leadership the protagonist of the M.O.R.E Agenda the Executive Governor of Delta State Chief Sheriff Oborevwori has shown unrivaled competency, unflinching capacity and unwavering clarity of purpose and vision.

Infrastructure Delivery: Roads, Bridges, and Connectivity.

The Oborevwori administration has prioritized large-scale infrastructure development. It might interest my readers to know that over 510 Road and Bridge Projects covering nearly 1,450 km are ongoing, and quite a huge number of these laudable projects have been completed in less than 2 and half years of Governor Oborevwori’s watch.

Need I mention the many major urban interchanges, including PTI Junction, DSC Roundabout, and Enerhen Junction which targets improved urban mobility. Should I include the very profound Projects linking the towns and villages around Asaba with the State Capital, Asaba. There is always more with the M.O.R.E Agenda of Governor Sheriff, as he is fondly called.

Rural and Riverine areas are receiving critical connectivity projects, ensuring equitable development. These initiatives not only enhance commerce and mobility but also improve daily life for Delta State residents.

From Urban Centres to Rural communities, Delta State is seeing roads and bridges that truly connect its people.

Fiscal Discipline and Economic Growth

Delta State has seen remarkable fiscal improvements under Governor Oborevwori. Under his watch, Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) rose from ₦83 billion in 2023 to ₦158 billion in 2024.

The State’s debt dropped from ₦465 billion to ₦249 billion, reflecting fiscal prudence. And Infrastructure development continues without over-reliance on borrowing.

The above figures highlight an administration that manages resources efficiently while delivering large-scale projects.

People-Centered Governance

Oborevwori’s administration emphasizes human capital and social inclusion. It is on record that in the less than 2 years and 6 months of Governor Sheriff’s administration thousands of teaching and non-teaching staff have been recruited across the Local Government Areas of Delta State.

Further to the commitment of the government to education and job creation Governor Sheriff has liberally expanded the scope, size and volume of Student Bursaries as well as the Technical Training and Skill Acquisition Centres across the State.

And remarkably, Social programs like empowerment grants and monthly stipends for vulnerable groups have benefited tens of thousands across the Local Government Areas of the State.

Governor Oborevwori’s policies ensure that no community or citizen is left behind in Delta State’s development journey.

Promoting Peace and Inclusive Governance

Sustainable development requires peace and stability. Such is the fillip that drives Governor Oborevwori’s engagement of Traditional Rulers, Youth Groups, and Community Stakeholders in ensuring a united, peaceful and harmonious Delta State, and the success of this governmental programmatic is halcyon.

It is important to state without equivocation that one of the linchpins of Sheriff’s administration is enforced accountability, and a dogged pledge to remove underperforming officials and punish erring staff.

His pledge to ensure that Delta State under his watch works for all inspires the many extended programs to previously marginalized communities, fostering inclusion. Need I mention the many Urban and Rural projects scattered across the 3 Senatorial Zones of Delta State, or need I tell you how the State has transitioned into a huge construction site under Governor Sheriff? Don’t worry the sequel to this series shall marvel you with figures and statistics.

Recognition and National Credibility

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s achievements have earned him numerous national acclaim amongst which is, The Governor of the Year 2024 by multiple media houses like the Thisday Newspapers and Arise TV Group, the Vanguard Newspapers, the Silverbird Group, the Sun Newspapers, News Telegraph et al.

He has also been named The Most Prolific Governor of the Year 2025 by the Democracy Heroes Award.

He has been generously commended by elder statesmen and civic leaders for tangible achievements in leadership in such a short period, and this underscores the clarity of purpose and vision of Governor Sheriff.

Challenges and the Road Ahead

While performance is evident, challenges remain, and the ebullient Governor of Delta State Chief Sheriff Oborevwori is not unmindful of this fact. He is therefore committed to sustaining the quality of large-scale projects in the State. He is also committed to ensuring that more jobs are created and greater rural economic development is achieved. And he is committed to strengthening transparency and citizen engagement.

I shall talk about the bold and daring foray into fixing Federal Roads that directly impact the lives of Deltans in the sequel to this effort. Are you aware that very recently he flagged-off the Construction of the Benin-Sapele Road (a Federal Road), do not salivate just yet, I promise you more details and data in the sequel.

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has proven that purpose-driven governance produces results. Delta State’s transformation under his leadership is manifestly cast-in-iron. And with Governor Sheriff M.O.R.E is Assured.

Dr. Emmanuel Ashikodi
Concerned Professionals For Good Governance. (A Good Governance Advocacy Group).