Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori
● Currently in Office📅 Tenure in Office
Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has been serving as governor of delta state of Delta State since May 29, 2023, under the PDP Party.
👤 About Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori
Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Francis Orohwedor Oborevwori is the 5th civilian Governor of Delta State. A grassroots politician and former Speaker, he is implementing the M.O.R.E Agenda focused on infrastructure, human capital development, and economic growth.
📋 Personal Information
| Full name | Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori |
| Title / Role | Governor of Delta State |
| State | Delta State |
| Party | PDP |
| Date of birth | March 19, 1963 (63 years old) |
| Education | B.Sc Political Science, University of Benin |
| In office since | May 29, 2023 |
| Geopolitical zone | SS |
🏆 Key Achievements
Former Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly (multiple terms). Elected Governor 2023.
🏛 Role of the Governor of Delta State
The Governor of Delta State is the chief executive and head of government of the state. Under the Nigerian Constitution, the governor is elected by popular vote for a four-year term, renewable once. The governor heads the state executive council, assents to bills passed by the State House of Assembly, and directs the allocation of the state's budget and resources.
Delta State is part of the SS geopolitical zone, with Asaba as its capital. Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori currently serves as governor since May 29, 2023.