Oborevwori inaugurates medical equipments, roads in Warri, promises attention towards hospitals

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State on Wednesday, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to infrastructural renewal and improved healthcare delivery with the commissioning of multiple intra-city roads in Warri South Local Government Area and state-of-the-art medical equipments at Central Hospital Warri.

Oborevwori speaking at the event attended by traditional rulers, community leaders, captains of industry, and stakeholders, described the projects as critical interventions to boost economic activities and strengthen healthcare services across the state.

He promised more attention to the healthcare sector with a dedicated attention.

According to him, "These roads are strategic to trade, commerce, and our broader urban renewal drive.

“Our people are happy because when you have good roads, your vehicles last longer, businesses thrive, and communities grow stronger.”

The projects commissioned include the reconstruction of Upper and Lower Erejuwa Roads with 9.03km of drainage, the General Hospital Road with a spur to Police Command Road, and the reconstruction of Esisi Road to Estate Roundabout with a spur to Nana College Road. Others are the construction of Ogunu (Agogo) community roads, Ope Street with a spur to Omene Street, and rehabilitation of key access roads in Ugbuwangue and the Shell Gate corridor.

In total, the projects cover over 10.9km of roads, symbolizing the state government’s resolve to restore Warri’s infrastructure and economy.

On the health front, Oborevwori commissioned eight advanced dialysis machines at Central Hospital Warri, including three Nipro Harmodialysis machines—and announced the distribution of 25 4D ultrasound scanners to all local government areas in the state.

The Governor noted, "Each LGA will receive a 4D ultrasound machine to enhance maternal and infant care,” he said. “Health workers in our primary health centers will be trained this week to operate them effectively. This is part of our aggressive effort to reduce maternal and infant mortality across Delta.”

He also revealed plans for further improvement of medical infrastructure, including two new C-T scan units—one already installed at the Delta State University Teaching Hospital and another for Central Hospital Warri, which is awaiting installation.

“Our administration is determined to ensure that our hospitals and health centers are fully equipped to deliver affordable and quality care,” he noted. “As the saying goes, health is wealth, and we are investing where it matters most.” He stated.

He used the occasion to urge continued peace and vigilance in communities across the state, warning that any threats to public peace or illegal occupation of land will be met with the full weight of the law.

“Our youths must shun any act of land grabbing,” he said. “We passed a law against this in 2018 to create an enabling environment for investment and development. Any encroacher will bear the consequences alone.”

While promising more project inaugurations across Delta in the coming months, Oborevwori hailed the Chairman of Warri South Local Government, Hon. Agbateyiniro Weyinmi, for his effective management of local affairs and for maintaining stability despite political tensions.

Oborevwori also addressed concerns about the location of a proposed new stadium in Warri, assuring the people that the government is committed to siting it within the city. 

“We wanted to build a 13,000-seat stadium, but land is a challenge in the core Warri area,” he said. “Taking it outside the town defeats the purpose. But we’ve awarded the contract by God’s grace, the project will be completed by the end of next year.”