NO HIDING PLACE FOR CRIMINNALS
Delta is committed to ridding the state of all forms of criminality, writes JUDE AGHOGHOPHIA Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has renewed his administration’s determination to confront crime and criminality
Delta State Governor Jude Agbughophia Oborevwori has reaffirmed his commitment to combating crime and criminality in the state, reiterating that there will be no hiding place for criminals or those who seek to arm individuals for political violence. This statement came on September 30, 2026, during a meeting with the newly appointed Commissioner of Police in Delta State, Samuel Erale.
Governor Oborevwori emphasized that security is a crucial aspect of his MORE Agenda, as the well-being of citizens and their property cannot be compromised. He is determined to ensure that crime does not receive any political, social, or personal protection, irrespective of the offender's status or political affiliation.
To further strengthen security measures, the administration has implemented various initiatives. In 2024, Governor Oborevwori donated 31 operational vehicles to the police and other security agencies to bolster their field operations. This initiative was coupled with the rebranding of Operation Delta Hawk to Operation Delta Sweep, which now includes a multi-agency approach involving the Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, Department of State Services, and Civil Defence Corps.
A significant security intervention has been the revival and formal launch of the Delta State Security Trust Fund in October 2025. Initially established in 2013, the Trust Fund is now a platform for mobilizing private-sector resources to complement government investment in security. The fund aims to provide resources such as surveillance equipment, operational vehicles, communications equipment, and training for security personnel and community vigilante groups. The state government allocated 0.5% of its monthly Internally Generated Revenue to the Trust Fund.
Governor Oborevwori has also highlighted the importance of security as a collective responsibility rather than an exclusive concern of government and conventional security agencies. At the 2026 Delta State Security Summit, he brought together various stakeholders, including security chiefs, local government chairmen, traditional rulers, community leaders, civil society organizations, youth and women’s groups, and members of the business community.
This summit focused on terrorism, kidnapping, and other forms of criminality, emphasizing the need for intelligence sharing and cooperation among stakeholders.
The governor's approach to security is closely linked to economic opportunity, youth empowerment, agriculture, infrastructure, and employment. He argues that addressing poverty, unemployment, and youth restiveness is essential in tackling the underlying causes of insecurity. Improved road networks, better connectivity, and road construction are also crucial elements of the governor's security strategy, as they enable security personnel to reach vulnerable communities more effectively and respond to emergencies.
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