Governor Sheriff Oborevwori Commissions Emevor – Orogun Phase 1 project, Road linking two Senatorial districts.
By Wilson Macaulay
His Excellency, RT Hon Sheriff Orohwedor Francis Oborevwori, the Executive Governor of Delta State, today, Tuesday 11th June, 2024 made a significant entry to Emevor town, Isoko North Local Government Area in Delta State, to commission the newly constructed Phase 1 of the Emevor-Orogun Road project.
The project, executed by an indigenous company, Emorock Concept Limited, a subsidiary of De Wayles Group of Companies, marks a pivotal development stride in the provision of road infrastructures by the Oborevwori administration in line with the Initiatives of the MORE Agenda.
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The Executive Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, in his address, commended Emorock Concept Limited (Subsidiary of De Wayle Group of Companies) for maintaining high standards in executing the works.
He emphasized the importance and relevance of the road in driving economic growth and improving the quality of life for Isoko people, Orogun in Ughelli North LGA and Delta State in general. Speaking further, the Governor hinted, “This road is not just a pathway but a vital link that will enhance connectivity, boost trade, and ensure easier access to healthcare and education for the people of Emevor, Orogun with her neighboring towns and its environs. Continuing, Governor Oborevwori stated, “Emorock Concept Limited has demonstrated a remarkable commitment to excellence, and this project stands as a testament to their capability and professionalism.
He added, “Besides the Commissioner’s monitoring efforts, I was personally here on the 8th of March and 8th of April for on the spot assessment, and was indeed impressed with the level of job done on that ocassion.”
He appreciated his predecessor, former Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa who awarded the contract of the Emevor – Orogun phase 1 road and used the opportunity to outline future infrastructural projects aimed at further enhancing the state’s road network. He subsequently, directed the Hon Commissioner Rural Hon. Chief Charles Aniagwu to immediately scope and commence the Phase 2 of the Emevor – Orogun road with a view to awarding it out and commence execution, assuring Deltans across the three senatorial districts of his administration’s dedication to ensuring that all projects are executed with the highest level of transparency and efficiency without compromising standards.
Hon Chief Charles Aniagwu, the Commissioner for Works Rural, who also spoke noted that the newly commissioned road is expected to ease transportation challenges, reduce travel time, and facilitate smoother movement of goods and services within the Isoko economic corridor and Orogun associated towns. He asserted that the construction of the Emevor – Orogun Phase 1 road aligns with Governor Oborevwori administration’s broader agenda to initiate sustainable and high-quality infrastructural development across Delta State, positing that the quality of the Emevor – Orogun phase 1 road is a clear testament to what indigenous companies like Emorock Concept Limited can do if given the opportunity. He went further to commend the community youths for the cooperation given the contractor to ensure that there were no hitches throughout the construction period.
His Royal Highness Dr. John Holt Ologho, the Odion of Emevor, in his speech, thanked the Governor for remembering the people of Emevor by executing the Emevor – Orogun phase 1 road that has been abandoned for over 35 years back, hailing the unassailable record of Emorock Concept Limited, which delivered the project in record time.
Hon Jonathan Ukodhiko, House of Rep Member, representing Isoko Federal Constituency, Hon Bernard Odior, Delta State House of Assembly Member representing Isoko North, Dr. Paul Oweh, head of Emevor Political class,
The President General of Emevor Community, Comrade Teddy Edoso were other dignitaries who made remarks, declaring support for the Governor to develop the State in line with the MORE AGENDA.
Engr. Oghale Agelebe, Project Director, Emorock Concept Limited who had earlier granted an interview expressed the Companies gratitude to the Governor for the rare privilege given the Company to participate in Delta State development and also to prove that indigenous Engineering firms can do better. He went further to commend the Chairman, De Wayles Group of Companies, for exhibiting top notch Leadership in steering the project from inception through execution to completion by ensuring that the project was not starved of funds, and see to it, that specifications, which translates to quality is strictly complied with.
The event was attended by key government functionaries, community leaders, and residents, all of whom expressed their appreciation for the completed road and the positive impact it will have on their daily lives. They include the Deputy Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Sir Monday Onyeme, The Deputy Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly, RT Hon Arthur Akpowowo, The Secretary to the Delta State Government, Hon Dr Kingsley Emu, Hon Chief Dr Kingsley Esiso, Delta State PDP Chairman.
The commissioning of the Emevor Orogun phase 1 Road represents a significant step forward in Delta State’s infrastructural development, and Governor Oborevwori’s recognition of Emorocks Concept Limited (Subsidiary of De Wayles Group of Companies) as a benchmark for quality projects is indeed heart warming.
