FEJIRO OLIVER’S TANTRUMS AND THE FACTS THEY CANNOT ERASE: A Rebuttal Rooted in Truth


It is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore the circus of self-promotion, malice, and misinformation that Fejiro Oliver parades as activism. His latest diatribe against Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and the leadership of Delta State is not a critique; it is a calculated smear campaign by a man whose notoriety precedes him.

Fejiro Oliver is no stranger to controversy. He is best known not for balanced journalism or policy advocacy but for blackmail, extortion threats, and a pattern of slander masquerading as investigative reporting. His name surfaced in various scandals involving coercive “media exposés” against public figures, which conveniently disappear when certain inducements are secured. These are not baseless accusations; they are patterns that have earned him widespread scepticism, even among his peers in the media.

Now, having failed to gain traction through credible journalism or electoral relevance, Mr. Oliver has repackaged himself as the “ombudsman” of Delta State politics, a title no one gave him, and one which he clearly does not understand. A true ombudsman investigates with integrity, presents facts dispassionately, and offers solutions, not venomous rants and character assassinations laced with schoolyard insults.

Let us now address the specific claims he made, and why they fail under the weight of facts.

1. Governance is Working: The M.O.R.E Agenda is in Motion

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori was not "forced" into office. He was elected by the will of the people, affirmed by the courts, and welcomed across party lines. Since assuming office, he has demonstrated calm, competence, and focused leadership under the M.O.R.E. Agenda: Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security.

Infrastructure: Over 1,500 km of roads, bridges across riverine belts, and drainage systems have been executed or are ongoing, projects that reach into previously neglected communities.

Healthcare: Dialysis machines, CT scanners, and 4D ultrasound systems have been deployed across all LGAs; hospitals have been upgraded and re-equipped.

Education: Salaries in public tertiary institutions are uninterrupted, new schools are under construction, and teacher training is ongoing.

Security and Investment: Delta now runs a strengthened Waterways Security Network and is actively courting international investment, particularly in clean energy and technology.

The administration does not govern through noise; it governs through impact.

2. “Incompetent Dispatch Rider”? That’s Not Journalism, That’s Jealousy

Fejiro Oliver’s statement that Governor Oborevwori is “only fit to be a dispatch rider” says more about his own pettiness than about the Governor’s capabilities. This is the same Governor who has chaired the Conference of Speakers in Nigeria, navigated complex legislative reforms, and now leads one of Nigeria’s top four State economies.

To call an entire cabinet incompetent without a shred of credible evidence is not bold; it is lazy. Mr. Oliver offers no comparative policy analysis, no budgetary scrutiny, and no constructive recommendations. Instead, he peddles name-calling and vendetta-driven bile. That is not criticism. It is digital thuggery.

3. CNG Investments: Fejiro’s Ignorance on Display

Mocking the Delta State Government’s engagement with international CNG companies reveals Oliver’s chronic misunderstanding of how development and investment work. Unlike private bloggers, responsible governments follow due process, conduct feasibility studies, and ensure sustainability before announcing or onboarding partners.

The China-CNG partnership is part of a broader climate transition strategy, one which States like Lagos, Rivers, and Edo are also exploring. That Oliver trivialises it as a “clown show” proves he is not interested in facts, only headlines.

4. Ministry of Education Attacks: Empty Accusations, No Proof

The targeted attack on the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Rose Ezewu, is reprehensible. Fejiro claims that funds have been diverted “through contracts” but provides no documents, no investigative trail, and no recourse to appropriate institutions. This is a recycled tactic from his playbook: smear first, demand access or attention later.

Let it be known: accusations without evidence are defamation. And hiding behind social media handles to malign public officials is cowardly.

5. Fejiro’s Track Record: A Reputation Built on Blackmail and Misinformation

For the avoidance of doubt, Fejiro Oliver’s name has been associated with:

The 2014 NNPC extortion scandal, in which he was accused of leveraging confidential information for personal gain.

Regularly threatening to “expose” public officials unless they "settle" him.

Using his platforms to promote targeted attacks on individuals he has fallen out with politically or financially.

A well-documented vendetta against leaders who refuse to grant him unfettered access to government patronage.

His latest campaign against Governor Oborevwori is not rooted in public interest; it is rooted in personal bitterness and a bruised ego.

6. Delta is Not Distracted

Governor Oborevwori remains focused. His friendship with Mr. Oliver, if it ever truly existed, is not a basis for policy compromise. Leadership is not a popularity contest. It is a responsibility to the 5.6 million Deltans who expect results, not gossip.

Delta is progressing, not perfect. And unlike Mr. Oliver’s camp of clickbait merchants, this administration welcomes constructive criticism but only when it is grounded in facts, data, and dignity.

Conclusion: Facts Speak Louder Than Fejiro’s Fury

Fejiro Oliver has every right to criticise, but Deltans also have a right to demand accountability from critics. When will Mr. Oliver publish a well-researched piece on State finance? When will he file a formal petition on his so-called “exposés”? When will he trade personal vendettas for professional integrity?

Until then, let the record show that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is delivering, not to bloggers, but to the people.


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