Delta governor urges regular national conferences for unity
The Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, has advocated for the establishment of a recurring national conference to promote inclusive governance and strengthen unity in Nigeria. Speaking at the 100th anniversary lecture of the Yoruba Tennis Club in Onikan, Lagos, he emphasized the need for structured national dialogue over crisis-driven responses. Oborevwori highlighted his administration’s achievements in Delta State as a model for national cohesion and urged for policies that ensure balanced development and social integration. He also commended Bola Tinubu for implementing economic reforms at the federal level.
What we know
- Sheriff Oborevwori called for a formal, periodic national conference involving federal and state leaders, traditional rulers, civil society, and private sector stakeholders to review and recalibrate national priorities.
- He outlined a framework for the conference, including measurable outcomes such as governance inclusivity, regional development audits, and conflict prevention, backed by legislative support.
- Drawing from Delta State’s MORE Agenda, Oborevwori cited successes in infrastructure, healthcare, and empowerment programs that have benefited millions across ethnic lines.
- He stressed the importance of political inclusivity, balanced development, and the role of education, media, and culture in building a shared national identity.
- The lecture also referenced a 2025 recognition by diverse ethnic communities in Delta State as evidence of effective inclusive policies.
