By Ejiro Nesisa
Following the celebration of the 33 years anniversary of the creation of Delta State, a Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party’s and Executive Assistant to the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori on Community Development Hon Emakpo Odogu said the state is to witness more rapid growth and development in all areas than it has been years ago. Hon Odogu praised the deliberate efforts of successive administrations to develop the the state from Olorogun Felix Ibru’s time who was the pioneer Governor to the present administration of Hon. Elder Sheriff Oborevwori.
According to Executive Assistant to Governor Oborevwori on community development said, Asaba’s transformation from a sleepy town to one of the fastest-growing state capitals in the country is visible, this, he attributed to the foundation laid by previous administrations which include that of Chief James Ibori, Dr. Emmanuel Eduaghan, and Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa. Odogu has assured Deltans of a greater prospect for development than it had thirty-three years ago.
Hon. Odogu acknowledged the deliberate efforts of successive administrations to develop the state from Olorogun Felix Ibru who was the pioneer Governor, to the present administration of Hon. Elder Sheriff Oborevwori reflected on the progress the state has made despite the challenges adding that it has become indivisible entity, stressing that, the state has grown from a fledgling state to a thriving hub of commerce, industry, and culture.
According to him, there is still hope and expressed confidence that the state would experience rapid growth and development that are anchored on peace, unity and trusts among Deltans as exemplified by successive administrations. He therefore urged Deltans among whom are leaders, civil servants to co- operate and support Governor Oborevwori to enable the state witness more growth and development.
Odogu used this medium to commend all former Governors for their contributions which made the state achieve a lot in this regard just as he congratulated Governor Oborevwori for witnessing the 33rd anniversary of the state’s creation. While wishing Deltans happy 33 years anniversary celebration, Odogu prayed to God to bless the state and guide the people towards a prosperous tomorrow.