Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, on his emergence as Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria.
Guwor was elected at the General Meeting of the Conference held on Monday in Abuja, an outcome that further elevates Delta State’s standing in national legislative affairs and underscores its growing influence in inter-parliamentary collaboration across the country.
In a congratulatory message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori described Guwor’s election as well-earned, attributing it to his wealth of legislative experience, proven leadership capacity, and steadfast commitment to democratic values and good governance.
The governor, who previously served as Treasurer and later Deputy Chairman of the Conference during his tenure as Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, noted that the Conference of Speakers plays a pivotal role in Nigeria’s democratic framework, particularly in fostering cooperation among state legislatures and strengthening institutional governance.
Governor Oborevwori stated that Guwor’s emergence is not only a personal milestone but also a testament to the maturity, stability, and progressive orientation of the Delta State House of Assembly.
He expressed confidence that the new Chairman would provide purposeful leadership anchored on inclusiveness, innovation, and reform, while promoting stronger synergy among state legislatures and other arms of government in the collective interest of national development.
The election of Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor as Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria is widely regarded as a significant boost to Delta State’s legislative profile and a clear affirmation of its role in shaping democratic governance across the federation.
