100 DAYS IN OFFICE: Gov Oborevwori inaugurates multiple projects in Delta

...Identifies causes of project abandonment in Nigeria

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, Thursday, inaugurated multi-billion naira projects at the Dennis Osadebay University, Anwai-Asaba, as part of activities to mark his first 100 days in office.

The Governor who also also commissioned 29 network of roads with 31.45 line drains around Madonna College road in Asaba and Okpanam areas of Oshimili South and Oshimili North Local Government Council areas of the state, blamed the abandonment of projects across the country on failure or refusal of political leaders to continue with projects started by their predecessors.

The projects inaugurated at the Dennis Osadebay University, Anwai-Asaba, include; 500 and double 250 seater auditoriums, faculty building and furnishing of Faculty of Agriculture, Administrative building; Vice-Chancellors lodge; gate entrance and main entrance access road at the University.

Speaking separately during the inauguration of the projects, initiated by the previous administration at the University, Governor Oborevwori noted that government was a continuum and it was the duty of successive administrations to continue and complete projects initiated by their predecessors for the collective good of the people.

He commended his predecessors in the state for continuing with projects they met while also executing new projects and particularly lauded the immediate past administration of Governor Ifeanyi Okowa for initiating the projects.

Oborevwori said: "My joy knows no bounds as we commission this 500-seater Auditorium, two 250-seater Auditorium, building and furnishing of the Faculty of Agriculture, administrative building, main gate building, and internal roads in this citadel of learning.

"There are two reasons for my happiness today, first is that I promised Deltans in my inaugural speech that I will ensure that all ongoing projects embarked upon by the previous administration would be completed alongside new initiatives.

"Government is a continuum and it is the duty of successive administrations to put the resources of the state to good use by ensuring that projects are completed in a timely and prudent manner".

He explained that "One of the reasons for abandoned projects in our country is because of the failure or refusal of political leaders to continue with projects started by their predecessors.

"And this is usually informed by the fear that their predecessors will get the credit. However, this should not be the case if the focus of the leader is on the collective good of all.

"I am proud to say that in Delta State, we have had a history of successive governors building on the legacies of their predecessors. It is my honour and privilege to continue with that noble tradition as I give credit to the immediate past Governor of the state, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, for his vision and foresight in initiating these projects."

While underscoring the importance of education to the growth, development and advancement of modern society, Governor Oborevwori assured that his administration would continue to give moral and institutional support for the development of the three new universities.

"The second reason for my joy is that the completion of these projects underscores our commitment to the educational advancement of our people.

"Education and knowledge are two cornerstones of progress in any modern society. The emplacement of skilled and professional competencies for all the citizens and residents of the state is one of the priorities of this administration.

"It is also gratifying to note that enrollment into the university has continued to grow. This is undeniable proof that the decision to establish this university and two others in Ozoro and Agbor is justified.

"Our people are eager for quality education and we are glad that we have provided more opportunities for them to actualize their dreams.

"This administration shall continue to give the necessary moral and institutional support necessary to transform these institutions to centres of excellence in terms of their overall outlook and scholarship potentials", he said.

The elated Governor, challenged the University authority to prioritise curriculum development and innovation to make graduates meet up with challenging technological trends.

Governor Oborevwori said: "I implore the Governing Council and the Board of the university to prioritise curriculum development and innovation.

"In a time of rapid economic and technological change, the challenge is to develop courses and programmes that will enable the graduates to forge the strongest career paths, learn new skills, solve real world business problems, and develop the abilities and expertise to be in tune with global trends.

"This calls for hands-on and work-integrated learning as a direct response to the demand for professionals with market-relevant skills.

"Graduates from our universities must be well equipped with business knowledge and competencies in critical thinking, interpersonal skills, communication, ability to work in teams, entrepreneurial skills, as well as self, social, and ethical awareness".

In his remarks, the Commissioner for Higher Education, Professor Nyerhovwo Tonukari commended the Governor for transforming a bush into a citadel of learning with seven faculties and 40 programmes to cater for the growing population of the state.

Vice-Chancellor of the University, Professor Benjamin Oghojafor in his welcome address, said the establishment of the three new Universities was born out of the need to grant more access to higher education for Deltans, adding that the university was already filling the gap by providing excellent skills in various areas of learning to curb the high rate of unemployment in the country.

He said the university's academic programmes were one of the most sought after in the state, pointing out that they were in talks with the NUC to increase the school's admission quota.

Earlier at the road and erosion control inauguration, Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze said that the completion of the project was a great relief to people of the area who had been plagued by massive flooding and erosion challenges.

Chairman Oshimili South Local Government Council, Dr Kelvin Ezenyili and his Oshimili North counterpart, Hon. Innocent Eseweze commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for consolidating on the achievements of the past administration in completing ongoing projects across the two local government areas.

They pledged the support and cooperation of the people of Oshimili South and North to the administration's M.O.R.E Agenda.

The State Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, his deputy, Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo, Secretary to the Government, Dr Kingsley Emu, Commissioners, traditional rulers and other top government functionaries attended the ceremonies.

Open gutters?

Nothing is happening in Delta.

Okowa worked if you no like am scream.

But even if this government is not fast APC will never rule Delta and that is the will of God

comrodioodio001:
100 DAYS IN OFFICE: Gov Oborevwori inaugurates multiple projects in Delta

...Identifies causes of project abandonment in Nigeria

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, Thursday, inaugurated multi-billion naira projects at the Dennis Osadebay University, Anwai-Asaba, as part of activities to mark his first 100 days in office.

The Governor who also also commissioned 29 network of roads with 31.45 line drains around Madonna College road in Asaba and Okpanam areas of Oshimili South and Oshimili North Local Government Council areas of the state, blamed the abandonment of projects across the country on failure or refusal of political leaders to continue with projects started by their predecessors.

The projects inaugurated at the Dennis Osadebay University, Anwai-Asaba, include; 500 and double 250 seater auditoriums, faculty building and furnishing of Faculty of Agriculture, Administrative building; Vice-Chancellors lodge; gate entrance and main entrance access road at the University.

Speaking separately during the inauguration of the projects, initiated by the previous administration at the University, Governor Oborevwori noted that government was a continuum and it was the duty of successive administrations to continue and complete projects initiated by their predecessors for the collective good of the people.

He commended his predecessors in the state for continuing with projects they met while also executing new projects and particularly lauded the immediate past administration of Governor Ifeanyi Okowa for initiating the projects.

Oborevwori said: "My joy knows no bounds as we commission this 500-seater Auditorium, two 250-seater Auditorium, building and furnishing of the Faculty of Agriculture, administrative building, main gate building, and internal roads in this citadel of learning.

"There are two reasons for my happiness today, first is that I promised Deltans in my inaugural speech that I will ensure that all ongoing projects embarked upon by the previous administration would be completed alongside new initiatives.

"Government is a continuum and it is the duty of successive administrations to put the resources of the state to good use by ensuring that projects are completed in a timely and prudent manner".

He explained that "One of the reasons for abandoned projects in our country is because of the failure or refusal of political leaders to continue with projects started by their predecessors.

"And this is usually informed by the fear that their predecessors will get the credit. However, this should not be the case if the focus of the leader is on the collective good of all.

"I am proud to say that in Delta State, we have had a history of successive governors building on the legacies of their predecessors. It is my honour and privilege to continue with that noble tradition as I give credit to the immediate past Governor of the state, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, for his vision and foresight in initiating these projects."

While underscoring the importance of education to the growth, development and advancement of modern society, Governor Oborevwori assured that his administration would continue to give moral and institutional support for the development of the three new universities.

"The second reason for my joy is that the completion of these projects underscores our commitment to the educational advancement of our people.

"Education and knowledge are two cornerstones of progress in any modern society. The emplacement of skilled and professional competencies for all the citizens and residents of the state is one of the priorities of this administration.

"It is also gratifying to note that enrollment into the university has continued to grow. This is undeniable proof that the decision to establish this university and two others in Ozoro and Agbor is justified.

"Our people are eager for quality education and we are glad that we have provided more opportunities for them to actualize their dreams.

"This administration shall continue to give the necessary moral and institutional support necessary to transform these institutions to centres of excellence in terms of their overall outlook and scholarship potentials", he said.

The elated Governor, challenged the University authority to prioritise curriculum development and innovation to make graduates meet up with challenging technological trends.

Governor Oborevwori said: "I implore the Governing Council and the Board of the university to prioritise curriculum development and innovation.

"In a time of rapid economic and technological change, the challenge is to develop courses and programmes that will enable the graduates to forge the strongest career paths, learn new skills, solve real world business problems, and develop the abilities and expertise to be in tune with global trends.

"This calls for hands-on and work-integrated learning as a direct response to the demand for professionals with market-relevant skills.

"Graduates from our universities must be well equipped with business knowledge and competencies in critical thinking, interpersonal skills, communication, ability to work in teams, entrepreneurial skills, as well as self, social, and ethical awareness".

In his remarks, the Commissioner for Higher Education, Professor Nyerhovwo Tonukari commended the Governor for transforming a bush into a citadel of learning with seven faculties and 40 programmes to cater for the growing population of the state.

Vice-Chancellor of the University, Professor Benjamin Oghojafor in his welcome address, said the establishment of the three new Universities was born out of the need to grant more access to higher education for Deltans, adding that the university was already filling the gap by providing excellent skills in various areas of learning to curb the high rate of unemployment in the country.

He said the university's academic programmes were one of the most sought after in the state, pointing out that they were in talks with the NUC to increase the school's admission quota.

Earlier at the road and erosion control inauguration, Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze said that the completion of the project was a great relief to people of the area who had been plagued by massive flooding and erosion challenges.

Chairman Oshimili South Local Government Council, Dr Kelvin Ezenyili and his Oshimili North counterpart, Hon. Innocent Eseweze commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for consolidating on the achievements of the past administration in completing ongoing projects across the two local government areas.

They pledged the support and cooperation of the people of Oshimili South and North to the administration's M.O.R.E Agenda.

The State Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, his deputy, Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo, Secretary to the Government, Dr Kingsley Emu, Commissioners, traditional rulers and other top government functionaries attended the ceremonies.

This guy may well compete with Ikpeazu and Ortom as d worst governor in d history of this republic. There is no sign of governance anywhere, he has not even spoken a out a plan for mass transit to cushion subsidy removal, Keke seems to be what oil rich. deltans have settled for. The irony is that Delta residents are the most docile when it comes to demanding for good governance. They are so complacent, listen to their phone in programs and commentators on radio, they keep blaming FG even for d clogged gutters in Asaba, even for waste that are thrown on d streets. PDP can rape their wives and daughters, they don't care as long as APC does not occupy state govt positions, that's their joy, their sufferings and servitude notwithstanding

Enugu governor and this man are just the same nothing nothing just nothing

Let it be well managed! Advanced control measures should be put in places.

#MICVOCT

You joy is to loot yours

Good job Mr Governor.

A better Nigeria all around is all we want at MANNA.

God bless Delta State.

God bless Nigeria 🇳🇬 🙏 🙌

Opintiwa:
Open gutters?

Nothing is happening in Delta.

Okowa worked if you no like am scream.

But even if this government is not fast APC will never rule Delta and that is the will of God

God bless you!

Steal all you can now place holder governor.

This is commendable
Complete the projects of your predecessor and acknowledge him as well.

Odibembem:


This guy may well compete with Ikpeazu and Ortom as d worst governor in d history of this republic. There is no sign of governance anywhere, he has not even spoken a out a plan for mass transit to cushion subsidy removal, Keke seems to be what oil rich. deltans have settled for. The irony is that Delta residents are the most docile when it comes to demanding for good governance. They are so complacent, listen to their phone in programs and commentators on radio, they keep blaming FG even for d clogged gutters in Asaba, even for waste that are thrown on d streets. PDP can rape their wives and daughters, they don't care as long as APC does not occupy state govt positions, that's their joy, their sufferings and servitude notwithstanding

Oluwole shut up.

No governor in this recent Nigeria can be worst than eleyi Abiodun of ogun state. Your region have some of the worst governors, stop looking and mentioning and comparing with other governors.

Look inwardly

Even my local street in rivers state. The gutters are closed . Step up deltan

Odibembem:


This guy may well compete with Ikpeazu and Ortom as d worst governor in d history of this republic. There is no sign of governance anywhere, he has not even spoken a out a plan for mass transit to cushion subsidy removal, Keke seems to be what oil rich. deltans have settled for. The irony is that Delta residents are the most docile when it comes to demanding for good governance. They are so complacent, listen to their phone in programs and commentators on radio, they keep blaming FG even for d clogged gutters in Asaba, even for waste that are thrown on d streets. PDP can rape their wives and daughters, they don't care as long as APC does not occupy state govt positions, that's their joy, their sufferings and servitude notwithstanding

Is that why you are spitting all over yourself?
So na Delta State be APC problem?

Well in South South we are more focus and we know government is progressive, so far so good we like and prefer the PDP to that demonic thing you call APC.

Leave our Delta for us at least Sheriff is far better than your bulabablu that is not different from any village town hall.

Another failure loading...

Ok

This guy go worse pass uduaghan o

Deltans oya over to you.
Help us confirm if this is true.

COVER THOSE GUTTERS AND CREATE PAVEMENTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bobbiee:
COVER THOSE GUTTERS AND CREATE PAVEMENTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Nigerian politicians and their love for open gutters ehnn

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Una dey complain of sherriff, what of that albino in akwa ibom when don close shop

Hmmm, na Enugu governor 100days achievement I dey wait for.
I hope his media team are here too.

The only project i can commmend sheriff for is the opening of drainage systems in warri and environs. For roads delta state is zero

It's Kool

To God be the glory. Nigeria and indeed Nigerians welcome investment into the country

Mercyy4:
Multiple projects for mouth

I'm still looking for the multiple project lool

jayAjoku:
Government officials don’t deserve a pat on the back for doing anything it’s their Job you’re not supposed to appreciate them for doing their job. Another thing these idiots are creating Dead institutions instead of focusing on industrialization damn idiots

If you take your car to a mechanic and he does it very well are going to insult and move on??

He mates are building flyovers, bridges, good roads this is what he could boast of, and this is what you people call multiple

I can see this governor have door soldiers here on nairaland, cos no reasonable Delta will post this

He is fast becoming like his Oga okowa, with no gigantic project stride so far, for a state as rich as Delta state ..the KEKE STATE(only means of employment)

Just wearing suit upadan