Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to partner with the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) to actualize the ambitious Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos Road and Bridges project, a transformative infrastructure initiative expected to unlock the vast economic potential of Delta’s coastal communities.
Speaking at the inauguration of the new NDDC State Office in Warri on Friday, Governor Oborevwori disclosed plans to convene a tripartite meeting involving the Delta State Government, NDDC, and Chevron to develop a clear implementation roadmap for the project’s commencement.
According to the Governor, the project remains a top development priority for his administration due to its capacity to enhance connectivity, stimulate economic growth, and promote peace in the riverine areas.
“Delta State is ready to partner with the NDDC and Chevron to deliver this vital project. We are not afraid to take on big infrastructure.
“I was born and raised here, and I know what is needed. We are fully prepared to make it happen,” Oborevwori stated.
He emphasized that the proposed tripartite partnership would accelerate project execution and strengthen inter-agency collaboration for sustainable regional development.
“To the Managing Director of NDDC, by the first week of next month, we will invite Chevron’s management and other key stakeholders for discussions on how to advance this project.
“As a government, we remain open to strategic partnerships, regional or national, that ensure development is not just on paper but visible and impactful across all communities,” he added.
Governor Oborevwori further reiterated his administration’s dedication to transparency, accountability, and cost-effective service delivery in all infrastructural undertakings, noting that the Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos–Ugborodo corridor represents a strategic investment in economic connectivity and stability in the Niger Delta.
According to the project summary, the proposed road and bridges will cover approximately 70.76 kilometres, starting from Ughoton/Omadino near the Opumami canal and terminating at Ogidigben–Ugborodo (Tank Farm). The design includes a 66.54-kilometre main alignment, a 4.22-kilometre spur to Kokodiagbene, and 29 bridges linking vital oil-bearing and coastal communities across Warri South and Warri South-West local government areas.
Upon completion, the project will provide direct road access to key oil and gas facilities, including Chevron’s Escravos Export Terminal, while enhancing socio-economic activities, improving security response, and strengthening inter-community relations throughout the region.
Governor Oborevwori’s renewed call for partnership underscores his administration’s determination to deliver on the MORE Agenda, with the Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos project positioned as one of the hallmark infrastructure legacies of his tenure.
