Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has said that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is promoting peace and stability across Delta State through the equitable distribution of development projects in all local government areas.
Aniagwu stated this on Friday during an interview on TVC’s Politics Tonight, where he commended the governor’s inclusive governance style and prudent management of resources, which, he noted, have improved infrastructure, accountability, and public trust in government.
According to him, the Oborevwori administration, which came into office in 2023, is guided by four thematic pillars — Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security — which serve as the framework for assessing its performance.
“From the onset, the governor made it clear that the people’s money must work for the people,” Aniagwu said. “He has entrenched transparency and accountability in governance and has not borrowed from any financial institution since assuming office. Instead, he has managed state resources prudently while settling over 50 per cent of inherited debts.”
The Commissioner disclosed that the government has embarked on an ambitious infrastructure drive spanning all 25 local government areas, with projects covering roads, bridges, and rural connectivity.
He explained that each local government initially received ₦1 billion for rural road projects in the 2024 budget, which was raised to ₦2.1 billion in the 2025 proposal, with an expected increase to ₦5 billion in 2026.
Aniagwu said the approach has eliminated political bias in project allocation, ensuring that development reaches even the most remote communities.
“In every local government area today, the footprints of Governor Oborevwori are clearly visible,” he said. “Projects are being executed not because of politics or votes, but because the Governor believes every Deltan deserves access and development.”
He cited ongoing bridge projects in Orere and Asabasi, and rural road networks linking communities such as Usiri, Ndokwa East, Bulu-Angiama, Patani, Uduophori, and Gbaregolor, as evidence of the administration’s inclusive development strategy.
Aniagwu attributed the prevailing peace in the state to the fair and balanced spread of government projects, particularly in oil-bearing and riverine communities.
“Before now, people complained that projects were always in the pipeline, but the Oborevwori administration has taken them out of the pipeline and put them on the ground,” he said. “When people see their clinics renovated, roads tarred, and schools upgraded, they realize that government can work — and the tendency for agitation reduces.”
The Commissioner further revealed that the administration introduced a whistleblower policy to enhance transparency and accountability in project execution.
He noted that citizens are encouraged to report poorly executed projects, with the governor personally responding to credible reports.
“If you send evidence of substandard work, the governor himself responds. That is why everyone involved in project delivery is sitting up,” Aniagwu stated.
He also confirmed that Governor Oborevwori recently approved the release of ₦8.4 billion to the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) to clear long-standing contractor debts dating back to 2010.
According to him, contractors owed up to ₦20 million were paid in full, while those owed higher sums received 50 per cent of their payments as part settlement.
Aniagwu added that the governor has also cleared arrears of civil service promotions and substantially addressed pension liabilities, releasing about ₦10 billion for outstanding payments.
“Governor Oborevwori is matching promises with action,” Aniagwu emphasized. “His fiscal discipline and fairness have strengthened public confidence in government and deepened peace in our state.”
He concluded by inviting journalists and independent observers to visit Delta State to witness the transformation firsthand.