OBOREVWORI INSPECTS PROJECTS IN WARRI, EFFURUN, AND UDU, AMIDST CHEERS

 

On August 2, 2025, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, undertook a major inspection tour of key infrastructural projects across Warri, Effurun, and Udu. The tour, greeted with excitement and widespread applause from residents, underscored the Governor’s unwavering commitment to urban renewal and sustainable development under his administration’s MORE Agenda.

🔍 Key Projects Inspected

⚽ Warri Township Stadium

The Governor kicked off his tour at the historic Warri Township Stadium, where renovation works are in full swing. While addressing journalists, Governor Oborevwori expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of work, reaffirming his administration's commitment to delivering a world-class sports facility. He noted that over 176 local youths have already been engaged on-site—highlighting the project's role in both infrastructure renewal and job creation.

> “This stadium is not just about sports; it's about community pride, youth engagement, and economic stimulation,” the Governor remarked.

Udu Harbour Market 

🛒 Udu Harbour Market

At the Udu Harbour Market, the Governor inspected the development of a bustling commercial hub designed to uplift small and medium-scale enterprises. The market, currently under construction, features:

604 lock-up shops

120 open stalls

A modern abattoir

Cold rooms and other commercial amenities

This initiative is expected to boost local trade and provide better conditions for traders and shoppers alike.

Flyover bridge at Enerhen junction 

🚧 Enerhen Junction Flyover

The Governor’s next stop was the Enerhen Junction Flyover, a landmark infrastructure project being executed by Julius Berger Nigeria Plc. Designed to decongest one of the busiest traffic points in the state, the project is already nearing completion, with ramps and fill works done and final asphalting set to commence.

🌊 Storm Water Drainage Projects

To address long-standing flooding issues, Governor Oborevwori also inspected the Storm Water Drainage Projects in critical areas including:

Phase III of Airport Road

Ugborikoko

Ugboroke

These projects are essential to Delta State’s climate resilience strategy and aim to reduce the risk of seasonal flooding in the area.

🤝 Governor’s Commitment and Public Reception

Governor Oborevwori reaffirmed that these projects are guided by his administration’s MORE Agenda.

He emphasized that contractors are being paid promptly to avoid delays, a rarity in many public projects across Nigeria.

The Governor’s presence drew large crowds, with residents, traders, and community leaders expressing admiration for the pace and scope of work. Market women, in particular, hailed the Udu Market as “a dream come true” and commended the Governor’s inclusive approach to development.

Oborevwori also used the opportunity to debunk claims of marginalization, citing ongoing projects in all three senatorial districts and across various local governments.

✅ Conclusion

The inspection tour marked another milestone in Governor Oborevwori’s drive to transform Delta State. With strategic projects like the Warri Township Stadium, Udu Harbour Market, and Enerhen Flyover nearing completion, the region is poised for:

Economic revitalization

Improved urban mobility

Greater resilience to flooding

Youth empowerment through local job creation

As the Governor continues to steer the ship of development, residents of Warri, Effurun, and Udu can look forward to a more connected, prosperous, and vibrant future.