The Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, was on Friday honoured with the Leadership Action Award by the Centre for Convention on Democratic Integrity (CCDI) in recognition of his administration’s commitment to peace, justice, and the strengthening of democratic institutions.
The award ceremony, held in Asaba, highlighted the governor’s significant contributions toward achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 16 (peace, justice, and etrong institutions).
Receiving the award, Gov. Oborevwori, who was represented at the occasion by the Deputy Governor, Monday Onyeme, described the recognition as a validation of his administration’s governance model, which prioritizes due process and accountability as catalysts for genuine development.
The governor said: “Justice is the oxygen of democracy; peace is the infrastructure of trust.
“This recognition reaffirms that progress cannot endure without strong institutions, the rule of law, and the equity that sustains peace.
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“To be recognized by an institution so firmly committed to advancing democratic values and safeguarding integrity is not just a personal honour; it is a validation of the path we have chosen in governance; a path anchored on due process, accountability, and the unwavering belief that peace and justice are the bedrock of true development.
“This recognition of our contributions to Sustainable Development Goal 16 reaffirms that progress cannot endure without strong institutions.
”This award is not a destination but a call to greater duty”.
Earlier, President of the Rights Monitoring Group (RMG) and United States Permanent Representative of the Centre for Convention on Democratic Integrity (CCDI) to the United Nations, Olufemi Aduwo, stated that the award is a foremost global recognition for excellence in public service.
“Governor Oborevwori has recorded remarkable progress in the strengthening of public institutions, enhanced citizen security, deepened community-centered conflict resolution mechanisms, and widened access to justice across Delta State,” he said.
