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Delta assembly confirms three more commissioners

The Delta parliament confirmed three more commissioners on Tuesday.

• January 30, 2024
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori [Photo: Facebook/ Sheriff]
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori [Photo: Facebook/ Sheriff]

The Delta House of Assembly confirmed on Tuesday Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s three additional commissioners for appointment as members of the State Executive Council.

This followed their successful screening by the parliament, presided over by the speaker, Dennis Guwor, in Asaba.

The nominees were Elemejero Ohwovoriole as commissioner for justice, Ifeanyi Osuoza, information commissioner and Kalanama Penawou, local gvernment and chieftaincy affairs commissioner..

Mr Osuoza pledged to do his best in discharging his duties.

”I will ensure that I reverse the trend in the Delta Broadcasting Service, Asaba, Warri and the Pointer Newspaper.

”I will also ensure there is training and re-training of staff because I know that training and re-training are very critical in order to bring out the best in them.

”I want to also use this opportunity to appeal to journalists in the state to keep hope alive. I am here to make a difference,” he said.

The house has confirmed 29 commissioners. 

(NAN)

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