Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm New Year greetings to Deltans as they usher in the Year 2026, expressing profound gratitude to God Almighty for His protection, grace, and sustaining presence over the state and its people throughout the past year.
In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor described the New Year as a season of renewed hope, fresh opportunities, and shared responsibility.
He urged residents to reflect on the lessons of the past year while embracing the future with optimism, courage, unity, and a renewed commitment to collective progress.
Governor Oborevwori commended the resilience, patience, and sacrifices of Deltans, noting that the modest but meaningful achievements recorded across key sectors were made possible by the people’s peaceful disposition, enduring spirit, and unwavering support for government policies and programmes.
He reaffirmed that the pains, hopes, and aspirations of the people remain central to his administration’s vision, assuring that in 2026, the government would intensify efforts in good governance, infrastructural renewal, job creation, youth empowerment, improved security, and inclusive economic growth in line with the MORE Agenda.
The Governor called on residents to continue to shun violence, promote peaceful coexistence, and uphold values of hard work, tolerance, and patriotism, stressing that lasting peace remains the strongest foundation for sustainable development, prosperity, and social harmony.
He also appealed to political leaders, traditional rulers, religious leaders, and community stakeholders to strengthen collaboration with the government, emphasizing that building a stronger, fairer, and more prosperous Delta State is a collective responsibility.
While wishing Deltans a peaceful, prosperous, and fulfilling New Year, Governor Oborevwori expressed confidence in the state’s collective destiny and assured that his administration would remain steadfast in delivering people-centred policies and projects aimed at improving the quality of life of all citizens and positioning Delta State on a path of sustainable growth and shared prosperity.
