Delta Governor Oborevwori Bags PGF Leadership Award

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori Honoured with PGF Outstanding Leadership Award for Excellence in Governance

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has received the Outstanding Leadership Award for Excellence in Governance from the Progressives Governors’ Forum (PGF). The recognition celebrates his humility, visionary leadership, and transformative governance strides in Delta State.

The prestigious award was presented on Thursday during the PGF Quarterly Strategy Meeting of Secretaries to the Governments (SSGs) of APC-governed states, held at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba.

Themed “Strengthening Subnational Governance Synergy for Effective Policy Coordination in APC-Governed States,” the meeting gathered SSGs and high-level officials to enhance administrative collaboration and deepen governance reforms across Nigeria.

Presenting the award to Governor Oborevwori—represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, the Director-General of the PGF, Mr. Folorunsho Aluko, described the governor as “a beacon of humility, progress and excellence in governance.”

Aluko commended Governor Oborevwori for redefining public service through accessibility, empathy, and disciplined leadership.

“Your administration’s commitment to infrastructural renewal, youth inclusion and transparent governance has set a new standard of progress and purpose in public office.
Beyond the projects that dot Delta’s landscape, what stands out is your humility of heart, accessibility, and genuine passion for the people,” Aluko said.

He added that the Asaba meeting symbolized “the renewed energy of cooperative federalism,” noting that the SSGs of APC states are not merely administrators but “architects of coherence and custodians of purpose” in implementing the Renewed Hope Agenda.

Aluko further emphasized that the PGF’s tribute to Governor Oborevwori was “not only a recognition of personal excellence, but also a call to collective progress,” adding that “history rarely rewards those who merely occupy offices; it celebrates those who build systems that outlive them.”

In his remarks, Governor Oborevwori, represented by his Deputy, expressed gratitude to the PGF and described the award as a motivation to deliver even better governance to the people of Delta State.

Delta State Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme (6th right), who represented Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Director General, Progressive Governors Forum, Mr. Folorunso Aluko (5th right), Chairperson Secretaries to Governments of APC Governed States and SSG Kogi State, Dr. Folashade Ayoade (4th right), Secretary to the Delta State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu (7th right) and others during the opening ceremony of the Progressive Governors Forum Quarterly Strategic Meeting of Secretaries to the Governments of APC governed States held in Asaba on Thursday.

“We are delighted to host this important convergence that drives the engine of governance and strengthens service delivery. Our MORE Agenda—Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security is in full alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Federal Government,” he said.

Governor Oborevwori highlighted milestones under his MORE Agenda, including the reconstruction of the Warri–Sapele–Benin Dual Carriageway, ongoing flyover projects at Otovwodo Junction (Ughelli) and Uromi Junction (Agbor), among others, designed to boost infrastructure and economic growth.

In his welcome address, the Secretary to the Delta State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, said Delta’s partnership with the PGF has deepened intergovernmental collaboration and enhanced learning opportunities among state leaders.

“Our MORE Agenda aligns seamlessly with the Renewed Hope Agenda, and this partnership continues to yield transformative outcomes,” Emu stated.

Also speaking, the Chairperson of the Forum and Secretary to the Kogi State Government, Dr. Folashade Ayoade, commended the Delta State Government for its hospitality and organizational support, describing the Asaba edition as “one of the most productive sessions yet.”

The Asaba meeting underscored a shared commitment among APC-governed states to strengthen subnational systems, digitize governance processes, and institutionalize performance-based management frameworks.