A Life Dedicated to Delta State
Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Orohwedor Oborevwori is a Nigerian politician and administrator serving as Governor of Delta State since May 29, 2023. Born on June 19, 1963, in Osubi, Okpe Local Government Area, he began his political career as a grassroots politician, serving as councillor and later Chairman of the Okpe Community before rising through the ranks of state government.
Elected to represent Okpe State Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly in 2015, he was elected Speaker of the House in 2017 and re-elected for a second term in 2019, becoming the first lawmaker in Delta State's history to be elected Speaker for consecutive terms. That legislative experience became the foundation for his administrative success as governor.
In March 2023, he won the Delta State governorship election with a margin of over 360,000 votes, becoming the first person from Okpe to be elected governor and the state's 5th civilian leader since its creation in 1991. As governor, he introduced the MORE Agenda — a governance framework of Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security — which this movement is committed to carrying forward.
Track Record of Governance
Fiscal Turnaround
Grew Delta State's Internally Generated Revenue from N83 billion in 2023 to N158 billion in 2024, while reducing state debt from N465 billion to N249 billion.
Infrastructure Development
Delivered major roads, bridges and flyovers including the PTI Junction, DSC Roundabout, Agbor flyover, and the Trans-Warri Road and Bridges project across all three senatorial districts.
Education Investment
Recruited thousands of teaching and non-teaching staff and expanded funding for school infrastructure, bursaries, scholarships, and state tertiary institutions.
Healthcare Upgrades
Invested in modern medical equipment including CT scan and MRI facilities, alongside hospital and primary healthcare centre upgrades across the state.
Economic Empowerment
Launched empowerment schemes including D-CARES, MORE Grants, MORE Biz-Up, WESAP, and the Working Fingers Initiative, reaching hundreds of thousands of residents.
National Recognition
Named Governor of the Year multiple times by ThisDay/Arise, Vanguard, Silverbird, Leadership, and New Telegraph for infrastructure and inclusive governance.
Leadership Journey
Councillor, Okpe LGA
Began 19 years of public service as a councillor, later serving as Chairman of the Okpe Community and building deep grassroots ties across Delta State.
Member, Delta State House of Assembly
Elected to represent Okpe State Constituency, establishing a reputation for fairness and a firm commitment to legislative service.
Speaker of the House
Elected Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly and re-elected for a second term in 2019, becoming the first Speaker in the state's history elected for consecutive terms.
Governor of Delta State
Elected Governor with a margin of over 360,000 votes, implementing the MORE Agenda of meaningful development, opportunity, reform, and enhanced peace and security.