Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to creating employment opportunities for youths through infrastructure development and strategic partnerships.
Oborevwori made the pledge on Monday while addressing construction workers at the Julius Berger Nigeria Plc project site in Osubi, Okpe Local Government Area.
He said the government would leverage ongoing projects and collaboration with construction firms to tackle unemployment in the state.
The governor noted that unemployment and economic hardship remained major challenges facing many families, stressing the need for sustained government intervention to improve livelihoods.
“There are many challenges facing our people today, especially unemployment and economic hardship.
“Too many of our young people are giving up because opportunities are limited.
“That is why we must continue to create jobs, empower our youths and ensure that development reaches every community,” he said.
Oborevwori said workers and contractors handling projects across the state were contributing meaningfully to the development of their host communities.
He added that his administration would continue to award projects to Julius Berger as part of efforts to expand employment opportunities and accelerate infrastructure renewal.
The governor disclosed that the reconstruction of the Effurun Roundabout-to-NPA axis had been awarded to the company, in line with plans to revamp infrastructure within the Warri/Effurun metropolis.
He also commended President Bola Tinubu for reforms aimed at repositioning the economy.
According to him, the policies have increased revenue available to state governments and enabled the prompt payment of workers’ salaries.
Oborevwori urged workers and stakeholders to support the Tinubu-led administration and candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections to sustain the delivery of democratic dividends.
On the Trans Warri-Ode Itsekiri Roads and Bridges project, the governor said it would be inaugurated after the completion of the Ubeji-Ifie Road.
“We are determined to complete key projects across the state, including roads, bridges and other critical infrastructure.
“Some of these projects are still ongoing, but when completed, the people will enjoy the full benefits,” he said.
