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  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday called on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to partner with the state governments in rehabilitating critical federal roads across the region.  Speaking at the inauguration of the new NDDC State Office in Warri, the Governor said the edifice symbolises shared commitment to development, inclusion, and service delivery.  He emphasized that true progress requires collaboration and renewed dedication to improving infrastructure, education, healthcare, and empowerment.  Oborevwori urged the Commission to focus on fixing failed roads that have caused untold hardship to commuters, noting that Delta had already approved ₦35.7 billion for the reconstruction of the Warri/Sapele/Benin Road by Effurun Roundabout, from Spare Parts Market, to after Ohore junction, an essential link connecting Delta to Bayelsa, Rivers, and Cross River States.   The Governor expressed his readiness to partner with the NDDC o...

 WARRI SOUTH WEST IN RETROSPECT WEEKLY HIGHLIGHT: Strengthening Peace and Security Across Our Local Government Areas This week, our collective efforts toward peace and security took another significant step forward.   BURUTU: On Tuesday, 14th October 2025, I attended the Zonal Security Meeting in Burutu, hosted by the Chairman of Burutu Local Government Area. The gathering brought together council chairmen from Warri North, Patani, and Isoko South, alongside Divisional Police Officers, representatives of other security agencies, and key stakeholders. Our discussions centered on pressing security matters, including inter-community relations, challenges linked to oil and gas operations, and the need for stronger inter-council collaboration. Together, we reaffirmed our commitment to proactive security management, intelligence sharing, and consistent community engagement — essential steps in ensuring peace and protecting lives and property across our local government a...

 Oborevwori Launches Security Trust Fund.  ...Says No More Hiding Place For Criminals   Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday, formally launched the Delta State Security Trust Fund and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to building a safer, stronger, and more prosperous state through public-private partnership in security management.   The event, held at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Asaba, brought together captains of industries, security chiefs, community leaders, and top government officials, including the Group Chairman of Access Holdings Plc, Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR, who chaired the occasion; Zenith Bank Founder and Chairman, Mr. Jim Ovia, CON, who served as Special Guest of Honour; and the Chairman of Tantita Security Services Limited, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo who served as Chief Launcher with a donation of N10 billion.   Speaking at the ceremony, Governor Oborevwori said the Security Trust Fund established by law in 2013 was...