May 29, (THEWILL) – Former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Sheriff Oborevwori, on Monday at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, took the oath of office as 11th Governor of Delta State.
The Chief Judge of Delta State, Justice Tessy Diai administered the oath to the new Governor and his Deputy, Monday Onyeme.
In his speech, Oborevwori promised to move the State to greater heights through his “MORE AGENDA” programme and others.
Governor Oborevwori also promised to provide empowerment programmes for women in the State
“I accept with humility the responsibility which the good people of Delta State have bestowed on me to serve Delta State”, he added.
Meanwhile, former governor Ifeanyi Okowa, has urged Oborevwori and his deputy to look up to God for guidance and direction throughout their tenure in office.
Okowa, who spoke at the inauguration ceremony of Oborevwori and Onyeme, said the Governor will be able to surpass his achievements in the last eight years in office if he looks up to God.
“The Lord is on the throne and his mercies and grace are all-sufficient. It will be well with you throughout your tenure”, he said.
