Oborevwori’s China trip to yield game-changing benefits for Delta – Aniagwu 

The Delta State Government has announced that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s recent trip to China is expected to yield game-changing benefits, including innovations in waste management and increased investment attraction.

The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu who accompanied the Governor on the trip, disclosed this at a press conference on Friday in Asaba, the state capital.

Aniagwu explained that the invitation to attend the 16th International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum (IIICF) was based on Delta State’s track record of delivering quality infrastructure and prompt payment of contracts.

“We were invited on account of two major policies of the Oborevwori administration. One is his nack for excellence in terms of the job that is being executed.

“Two is the very, very unprecedented approach to both project mobilization and the prompt payment of certificates that are raised genuinely.

“These are contractors across the globe who also do jobs or carry out jobs or construction work in different parts of the globe. They have seen that the Oborevwori model is good for development,” he said.

He outlined key areas of engagement, including partnerships for modern waste management systems, rural infrastructure development, and investment opportunities.

The commissioner highlighted the potential for waste-to-energy projects, stating that a company was seen transforming waste materials into energy.

“We saw a company that is into transforming waste materials that you could gather from dumps, which of course is available everywhere, and has become a challenge for us across the length and breadth of this country, but that you can convert it and use it to generate energy and power your homes.

“That is something of interest, and we are quite convinced in the thinking of the governor that we will advance that discussion so that we will see how possibly we can attract that kind of investment.

“We are proud to have been invited to a top-tier construction forum in Macau, China, an honor linked to Governor Oborevwori’s commitment to excellence and prompt contractor payments.

”These policies have gained international recognition, positioning Delta State as a model for quality infrastructure, ” he said.

The commissioner expressed confidence that the governor’s administration would advance discussions to attract such investments.

Aniagwu also emphasised the Oborevwori administration’s commitment to upholding contractual agreements and ensuring that contractors deliver quality projects.

He warned that underperforming contracts would be revoked and re-awarded to capable contractors.

Aniagwu also announced that the state government has directed its Environment Taskforce to recover all government lands illegally occupied by individuals, with a warning that future violators would be evicted and prosecuted

He said: “A clear example is the airport land, where encroachment threatens safety and could lead to loss of operational license. Securing the airport’s perimeter is critical to ensure safety from hazards like stray animals or fire outbreaks near the runway.

“Illegal structures have also been removed from key government areas, such as the Waterboard premises along Okpanam Road. Despite issuing warnings and providing ample notice, some individuals still erected shanties on government property.

“The administration now warns that future violators will not only be evicted but also prosecuted, as part of a broader effort to reclaim lands across all 25 local government areas.

“The government urges citizens to avoid acquiring lands without proper verification. If a government-owned property is no longer in use, the right approach is to request deacquisition through official channels not to trespass.

“Buying or building on government land without due process is a risk, as such properties will be reclaimed without compensation, regardless of personal investment.”