Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to tackling youth unemployment through infrastructure development and strategic partnerships.
The governor made the pledge on Monday while addressing construction workers at the Julius Berger Nigeria Plc project site in Osubi, Okpe Local Government Area.
Oborevwori said his government would leverage ongoing projects and collaborations with construction firms to create more jobs and reduce unemployment in the state.
He noted that unemployment and economic hardship remain 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 development reaches every community,” he said.
The governor commended workers and contractors for their contributions to the development of host communities and reiterated that his administration would continue to award projects to Julius Berger to expand employment opportunities and accelerate infrastructure renewal.
He disclosed that the reconstruction of the Effurun Roundabout-to-NPA axis had been awarded to the company as part of plans to revamp infrastructure in the Warri/Effurun metropolis.
Oborevwori also commended President Bola Tinubu for his economic reforms, noting that the policies have increased revenue available to state governments and enabled the timely payment of workers’ salaries.
He urged workers and stakeholders to support the Tinubu-led administration and All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates 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.
