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Governor Oborevwori Commissions NDDC Office Complex in Warri, Emphasizing Partnership for Development

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The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed the commitment of the state government to partnership and infrastructural development, commissioning the model office complex of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in Warri. The ceremony attracted dignitaries, including members of the NDDC Governing Board and executive directors of the commission. Governor Oborevwori emphasized the need for innovation, collaboration, and vision in development, stating that the edifice symbolizes progress and partnership between the state government and the NDDC.

Key Takeaways:

  • Governor Oborevwori reaffirmed the commitment of the Delta State Government to partnership with the President Bola Tinubu-led federal government for the transformation of the state.
  • The Governor emphasized the need for innovation, collaboration, and vision in development, highlighting the importance of infrastructure projects such as roads, schools, and fully equipped hospitals.
  • The NDDC Executive Director of Projects, Dr Victor Antai, explained that the new office complex was fitted with modern facilities to enhance productivity and efficiency.
  • The NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, affirmed the Commission's commitment to building strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing the quality of life for the people of the Niger Delta.
  • The Chairman of the Senate Committee on NDDC, Senator Asuquo Ekpeyong, commended the NDDC Board and Management for their efforts in delivering on their mandate.
  • The Chairman of the House Committee on NDDC, Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, congratulated the NDDC management for significantly impacting the lives of Niger Deltans.

Statistics:

  • The NDDC has commissioned three state offices, starting with Cross River State, followed by Bayelsa State, and now Delta State.
  • The NDDC has completed and commissioned several critical infrastructure projects across the Niger Delta region, including the Nwangele Road in Imo, roads and bridges in Akwa Ibom, and the Otitikipa electricity project in Ondo.
  • The NDDC has planned to partner with the Delta State Government on the Warri-Escravos Road, which is currently under consideration by the President.

Sources:

  • "The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori... has commissioned a model office complex of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, in Warri..." (Source: [Associated Press])
  • "The Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, praised the Commission for heeding the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to complete abandoned projects across the Niger Delta region." (Source: [ThisDay])
  • "The NDDC Executive Director of Projects, Dr Victor Antai, gave the project brief and explained that the building was fitted with modern facilities." (Source: [Vanguard News])
  • "The Chairman of the Senate Committee on NDDC, Senator Asuquo Ekpeyong, commended the NDDC Board and Management and urged them not to rest on their oars." (Source: [Punch])
  • "In his goodwill message, the Chairman of the House Committee on NDDC, Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, congratulated the NDDC management for significantly impacting the lives of Niger Deltans." (Source: [The Nation])

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