Emmanuel Ogoigbe
Renowned human rights and development advocate, Comrade Mulade Sheriff, PhD, has commended the Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, for what he described as massive infrastructural development across major urban centres in the state.
Mulade, who holds the traditional title of Ibe-Sorimowei of the ancient oil-rich Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South-West Local Government Area, described the governor’s ongoing projects as an “infrastructural revolution,” particularly in the upland parts of Delta State.
The peace ambassador and environmental rights activist said the visible transformation in key city centres reflects the administration’s commitment to repositioning Delta State through strategic investments in critical infrastructure.
While applauding the governor’s efforts, Mulade urged chairmen of the state’s 25 local government councils to emulate what he called the developmental drive of the Oborevwori administration.
According to him, development should not be concentrated solely in major urban centres, noting that many residents at the grassroots level rarely feel the impact of government projects unless they travel to cities.
“It is imperative to state that most Deltans do not feel or experience the developmental efforts of government at the local level, except they travel to major city centres,” Mulade said.
He challenged council chairmen to be bold and proactive in initiating legacy, economy-driven projects capable of stimulating growth within their respective localities.
“The council chairmen should be courageous enough to embark on significant, people-oriented projects rather than hiding under the governor’s achievements,” he asserted.
Mulade further argued that local governments have adequate resources to execute impactful projects that would complement the state government’s efforts and boost local economic development.
In addition to his commendation, Mulade made a strong appeal to Governor Oborevwori to prioritise development in the riverine areas of the state.
He specifically called for accelerated action on the long-anticipated Ayakoromo Bridge project, which he said many residents believe should rank among the state’s flagship infrastructure initiatives.
He also highlighted the proposed Burutu–Forcados–Ogulagha Road project, describing it as one of the most economically viable initiatives capable of enhancing connectivity in riverine communities and increasing the state’s internally generated revenue.
“I want to strongly appeal to the governor to consider and prioritise riverine development, especially the Ayakoromo Bridge and the Burutu–Forcados–Ogulagha Road,” Mulade stated.
