Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State on Wednesday, signed into law the Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro (Establishment Amendment Bill, 2024), which renamed the institution as the Southern Delta University, Ozoro.
The governor also assented to four other bills passed by the Delta State House of Assembly, which reflect the administration’s commitment to advancing the welfare of citizens and strengthening governance in the state.
The rebranding of the university according to the governor will pave the way for the university to establish additional faculties, aligning it with the standards of conventional universities and expanding access to quality education in the state.
Another key law signed by the governor is the Special Offenses Court Amendment Law, 2024, which broadens the jurisdiction of the special offenses court to handle cases under the Violence Against Persons Prohibition Law, 2020 and the Child’s Right Law, 2018.
This amendment aims to accelerate the delivery of justice in critical cases, including those related to human trafficking and crimes against vulnerable persons.
The governor also assented to the Delta State Protection of Persons with Disabilities Law, 2023, a groundbreaking law aimed at eliminating discrimination and harmful practices against persons with disabilities.
The legislation underscores the administration’s drive for an inclusive society where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive.
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The governor also approved the Human Trafficking Prohibition Bill, 2024, which provides a comprehensive legal framework for combating human trafficking in Delta State.
This law aims to prevent, detect, and punish human trafficking offenses while ensuring protection and support for victims.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Gov. Oborevwori praised the state House of Assembly for its dedication to enacting impactful laws.
“These bills represent our shared commitment to fostering justice, inclusivity, and sustainable development across Delta State,” he said.
Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Emomotimi Guwor, emphasized that the eighth assembly remains focused on passing laws that will enhance the welfare and security of the state’s citizens.
He commended the governor’s prompt assent to the bills, describing it as a testament to the administration’s forward-thinking vision.
