By Our Reporter
The Association of Community Newspaper Publishers of Nigeria(ACNPN), Delta State Council, has commended Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Oborevwori for the prestigious “Governor of the Year 2024 ” award from Vanguard Newspaper, describing it as a well-earned recognition of his unwavering commitment to transforming Delta State. ACNPN have celebrated the governor, describing the development as a testimony of his tremendous and transformative delivery of the dividends of democracy to the grassroots people of the state.
In a statement signed by the Chairman of ACNPN,Delta State Council, congratulated the governor on behalf of the Community Newspaper Publishers, calling the award a reflection of his exceptional leadership and the significant progress made under his administration.
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has been recognized as Vanguard Newspaper’s Governor of the Year 2024 for his commitment to good governance, impactful leadership, and transformative initiatives.
The award was presented at the 13th Annual Vanguard Personality of the Year Awards ceremony in Lagos, alongside other notable governors, including Senator Douye Diri of Bayelsa, Umar Namadi of Jigawa, and Hope Uzodinma of Imo.
Oborevwori’s administration has demonstrated transparency and inclusive governance, with a focus on rapid execution of strategic developmental projects under the “MORE” agenda, which stands for Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security.
The governor’s administration has completed key infrastructure projects, including road construction, and introduced reforms aimed at boosting economic growth and improving the standard of living in Delta State.
Governor Oborevwori’s leadership has been described as “purpose-driven and people-focused,” with notable achievements in education, healthcare, youth empowerment, and security initiatives across the state.
Governor Oborevwori expressed gratitude to the people of Delta State for their continued support, stating that the recognition was not just about him, but about the resilient and hardworking people of Delta State.
He reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to delivering more dividends of democracy and pledged to continue building a state Deltans can be proud of.
The award has been widely celebrated by Deltans and political stakeholders, who see it as a timely acknowledgment of the governor’s steady leadership amid Nigeria’s challenging political and economic climate.