By Nelson Utip
The Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori has said felicitated with the people of his state as it celebrates 33 years of creation, he acknowledged that the state is growing steadily economically and force to reckon with in the comity of on states in the country.
This was conveyed in the governor’s remarks at a thanksgiving service to mark the 33rd anniversary of the state’s creation at the Government House Chapel, Asaba.
The governor said the journey had been eventful and with mixed blessings and trials.
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“I am proud to say that in 33 years of existence, Delta State has evolved into a strong, vibrant, strategic component of the Nigerian federation.
“Judging by all the indices of development, the state occupies a pride of place in the Nigerian federation. Both locally and internationally, our people are renowned for their entrepreneurial drive, passion and ingenuity. The governor said.
The Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Prince Ned Nwoko during the occasion called on the people of Delta State to continue to unite in prayer for God’s blessings and protection for the state.
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“May we all remember that our trust is in Him alone. Only God can protect, guide and lead us to succeed as a state.
“As we use this opportunity of this anniversary to take stock, I want to assure all Deltans and residents in the state that it can only get better from here.”The Senator said.
In a sermon titled, “The Power Of Collective Thanksgiving,” the State Mission Overseer of Living Faith Church, Pastor Shiyanbade Adekunle, at the thanksgiving said that the people of Delta State should be thankful to God for the great things He has been doing for the citizens and the state, he emphasized the unique importance of thanksgiving, disclosing that those who acknowledge God’s blessings will never lack. He applauded the state government and all indigenes of Delta state for celebrating the 33rd anniversary of the creation of the state, imploring Deltans to always seek the face of God in all situations, he prayed for a lasting peace and unity in the state.
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Sir Monday Onyeme, the Deputy Governor read the only lesson taken from Psalm 136 at the service which also featured prayers for the state.
In a goodwill message through his CPS, The Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, (DSHA), Hon Dennis Guwor acknowledged the significant achievements of the state in its 33 years of existence, commending the resilience and determination of the people that stands them out as a beacon of hope.
The Speaker, who conveyed his heartfelt goodwill message to Deltans through a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Nkem Nwaeke, acknowledged the resilience and determination of the people, which he said have made Delta a beacon of hope and opportunities.
