Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, on Wednesday presented 65 vehicles to traditional rulers across the state, describing the monarchs as indispensable partners in sustaining peace, security, and grassroots development.
The presentation ceremony, held at the Government House, Asaba, attracted traditional rulers from the three senatorial districts, members of the State Executive Council, security chiefs, and top government officials.
Gov. Oborevwori said the decision to provide the vehicles was borne out of his administration’s recognition of the critical role traditional rulers play in maintaining peace and stability across their various kingdoms.
The governor said the prevailing peace enjoyed in the state, particularly during the Christmas and New Year celebrations, was largely due to the cooperation between the traditional institutions, the state government, and security agencies.
“This is not politics. During the last Christmas and New Year, people celebrated everywhere peacefully. We even withdrew VIP security, and there was no incident anywhere. Delta State was peaceful,” Gov. Oborevwori said.
He noted that the peaceful atmosphere across the state has made governance easier and more effective, stressing that his administration is committed to building a strong and inclusive economy anchored on fairness, equity, and justice.
Deputy Governor of the state, Monday Onyeme, described the ceremony as a historic and rare event, noting that such a presentation had not taken place in nearly a decade.
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He expressed delight that the presentation was taking place under the current administration, describing it as a significant milestone under Gov. Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda.
“We are here to witness a practical demonstration of this administration’s deep respect for our traditional institutions and the vital role they play in the stability of our state,” he said.
Onyeme emphasised that traditional rulers remain the custodians of peace at the grassroots, noting that peace across all kingdoms translates to peace across the entire state.
“Our traditional rulers are the guardians of peace within their domains, and when the kingdoms are peaceful, the state itself will be peaceful,” he added.
He explained that the vehicles would not only enhance mobility but also strengthen the dignity of the royal fathers, improve grassroots security oversight, and deepen collaboration between the state government and local communities.
Speaking on behalf of traditional rulers, the Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom, Emmanuel Sideso Abe I, who spoke for Delta Central traditional rulers, said the provision of the vehicles would significantly improve their capacity to respond to security and community issues at the grassroots.
For Delta South, the Pere of Ogulagha Kingdom, Joseph Timiyan, Torububor I, described the presentation as a strong signal of the government’s appreciation of the traditional institution.
He said the vehicles would strengthen grassroots governance and deepen trust between the people and the government, especially in riverine and hard-to-reach communities.
Similarly, the Obi of Owa Kingdom, Emmanuel Efeizomor II, who spoke on behalf of Delta North traditional rulers, said the gesture reflected the governor’s inclusive leadership style and recognition of the traditional rulers’ role as stabilising forces in their communities.
He assured the state government of the continued support of traditional rulers in promoting unity, peace, and development across Delta North.
