The Delta State Government has dismissed reports of a rift among members of its Executive Council, describing the claims as false and aimed at distracting the administration from its development agenda.
Speaking to journalists in Asaba, the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, said the stories of discord were fabricated by those unable to challenge Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s performance.
“Since they cannot attack the governor on performance, they are resorting to falsehood. There was no fight between commissioners, and nobody in government has blamed the administration for anything. These stories are baseless and never happened,” Aniagwu stated.
He emphasised that the government remains focused on projects and empowerment programmes designed to alleviate economic hardship and create opportunities for citizens. Key initiatives include the RYSA programme under the Ministry of Youths, the MORE Biz-Up programme, Women Empowerment Scheme, ICT training, and girl-child support initiatives.
Aniagwu also highlighted the recently launched widows’ welfare scheme, which provides beneficiaries with ₦15,000 monthly alongside health insurance coverage. Each of the 10,000 widows enrolled received ₦45,000 upfront, representing three months in arrears.
Looking ahead, the commissioner assured that more empowerment programmes would roll out from October, as the rains recede, to strengthen the local economy and boost the state’s GDP.
On infrastructure, Aniagwu listed major projects including the ₦59.7 billion Uromi Junction flyover in Agbor, the ₦39.3 billion Otovwodo Junction flyover in Ughelli, the ₦35 billion Effurun-Sapele Road dualisation, and various road and school rehabilitation works in Warri, Abraka, and Asaba.
He reaffirmed that the Oborevwori administration remains committed to its MORE Agenda and will not be distracted by “discordant voices” seeking to misinform the public.
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