Oborevwori Presents 18-Seater Bus To Delta NUJ, Reaffirms Media Partnership

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has presented a brand-new 18-seater Toyota Hiace bus to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council, to enhance the mobility and operational capacity of journalists across the state.

The vehicle was formally presented to the NUJ Chairman, Comrade Churchill Oyowe, on behalf of the governor by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba.

Speaking during the presentation, Ahon said the gesture underscored the enduring relationship between the Delta State Government and the media, noting that journalists play a vital role in public enlightenment, accountability and the promotion of development.

He said the bus was provided for the use of the union and journalists across the state to facilitate their movement while carrying out professional assignments.

“On behalf of His Excellency, the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, I have the honour of presenting this brand-new bus to the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Delta State Council, for the use of the union and journalists across the state,” Ahon said.

According to him, the intervention reflected Governor Oborevwori’s recognition of the media as an important partner in the development process.

Ahon expressed confidence that the gesture would further strengthen the existing relationship between the state government and the NUJ and create opportunities for deeper collaboration in the interest of Delta State and its people.

Receiving the vehicle, Oyowe thanked Governor Oborevwori for the intervention, describing it as evidence of a leadership that not only makes promises but also backs them with concrete action.

He said the bus would significantly improve the ability of journalists to carry out their professional responsibilities, adding that the NUJ appreciated the support of the Oborevwori administration.

“We want to say a very big thank you to His Excellency for this gesture. We do not take it for granted. This is yet another demonstration of a leadership that understands the needs of institutions and professionals who contribute to the development of the state,” Oyowe said.

The NUJ chairman also commended the Chief Press Secretary, Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu, and Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, for their contributions to the actualisation of the intervention.

Oyowe further commended the governor for the ongoing provision of solar power for the NUJ Secretariat in Asaba.

“We believe that His Excellency’s administration is still unfolding. The developmental strides of this administration are still unfolding, and at the end of the day, there will be remarkable and spectacular achievements to speak about across Delta State,” he said.

He urged Governor Oborevwori to remain focused on his development agenda and assured him of the NUJ’s appreciation for his administration’s support for the media and commitment to the progress of Delta State.

Oyowe also prayed for continued wisdom, strength and success for the governor, expressing the hope that his administration would leave a lasting legacy of development.

“At the end of his tenure, we want to be able to say, with pride, that there was a Governor who truly cherished the people of Delta State and worked tirelessly for their progress,” he said.

The presentation underscores the importance of sustained engagement between government and the media in promoting effective public communication, transparency and professional coverage of government policies and development programmes.