Senior Special Assistant(Research) to the Governor
Mr. Frank Igwebueze
2.
Senior Special Assistant(Research) to the Governor
Mr. Innocent Ojefia
3.
Senior Special Assistant(Protocol) to the Governor
Mr Godwin T. Abigor
4.
Senior Special Assistant(Special Duties) to the Governor
Engr. Tuoyo Omatsuli
5.
Senior Special Assistant(Special Duties) to the Governor
Sir Barr. Egert A. O. Omneukanrin
6.
Senior Special Assistant(Assembly Matters) to the Governor
Hon John Ogheneovo Idogun
7
Senior Special Assistant(Community Affairs) to the Governor
Barr. Vincent S. Omorie
8
Senior Special Assistant (Due Process) to the Governor
Mr. Joseph Duke-Okeze
9
Senior Special Assistant (Special Duties) to the Governor
Lola Ann Alakija
10.
Senior Special Assistant ( Security) to the Governor
Hon. Sunny Onyema Ogwu
11
Senior Special Assistant ( Security) to the Governor)
Mr. Micheal Diden
12
Senior Special Assistant ( Security) to the Governor)
Mr. Sunday Odoziaku Odigiri
13
Senior Special Assistant ( Security) to the Governor)
Hon. Peter Asupa Forteta
14
Senior Special Assistant (Youth Affairs) to the Governor.
Prince G. Ejinyere
15
Senior Special Assistant (Information Communication Technology) (ICT) ) to the Governor
Mr. Paul Adingupu
16
Senior Special Assistant (Special Duties) to the Governor
Chief Isaac Anwuzia
17
(Health Monitoring Partnership with Civil Societies) to the Governor.
Dr. Andrew Ilabor
18.
Senior Special Assistant (Community Relations) to the Governor
Barr. Benedicta N. Osakunih-Izuegbu
CONSULTANT TO THE STATE GOVERNMENT ON CONFLICT RESOLUTION
1.
Chief Benjamin Elue
DELTA STATE CO-ORDINATOR OF NEPAD
1.
Chief Chinoye Daphey
SPECIAL ASSISTANTS
1.
Special Assistant(Special Duties) to the Governor
Mr. Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan
2.
Special Assistant(Special Duties) to the Governor
Mr. Stanley Emavwose
3.
Special Assistant(Resource Centre) to the Governor
Mr. Sunny Areh
4.
Special Assistant(Special Duties) to the Governor
Barrister Bunor Ivhurie
5.
Special Assistant to the Governor
Hon. Mike Ezino Ogwah
6.
Special Assistant to the Governor(Office of the Secretary to the Government)
Hilary Obioma Ibegbulem
7.
Special Assistant(Special Duties) to the Governor
Mr. Reuben Izeze
8.
Special Assistant(Protocol) to the Governor
Hon. Ifeanyi Eboigbe
9.
Special Assistant(Special Duties) to the Governor
Mr. Micheal Akpobire
10.
Special Assistant(Security Matter) to the Governor
Mr. Johnbest Ediphramredje
11.
Special Assistant to the Governor
Mr. Alex Onweazu Oditah
12
Special Assistant (Special Duties) to the Governor)
Mr. Peter Nwanze
13.
Special Assistant (Research) to the Governor)
Mr. William Zideke Bozimo
14.
Special Assistant (Special Duties) to the Governor)
Kesiena Rose Samson
15.
Special Assistant ( Protocol ) to His Excellency, the Governor
Pastor Powell Tos Ojogho
16.
Special Assistant (Community Newspapers) to the Governor.
Chief David Omoru
17.
Special Assistant (Youth) to the Governor.
Mr. Simon Umudi
18.
Special Assistant (Youth) to the Governor
Mr. Slyvester Oruomoni
19.
Special Assistant (Security) to the Governor.
Mr. Gabriel Njokede
20.
Special Assistant (Security) to the Governor.
Mr. Henry Baro
21.
Special Assistant (Security) to the Governor.
Mr. Fred Edafe Obe
22.
Special Assistant (Youth) to the Governor
Chief Tony Dibashi
23.
Special Assistant (Women Development) to the Governor.
Rita Yonwuren
24.
Special Assistant (Women Development) to the Governor
Beauty Anidi
25.
Special Assistant (Project Monitoring) to the Governor
Engr. Noel Omodon
26.
Special Assistant (Project Monitoring) to the Governor
Engr. Onome Ivhurie
27.
Special Assistant ( Special Duties) to the Governor
Chief Athanasius .E. Iwuchukwu
28.
Special Assistant (Monitoring-Health) to the Governor.
Princess M. O. Obiagbena
29.
Special Assistant ( Special Duties) to the Governor
Alhaji Auwalu Tukur,
30.
Special Assistant ( Women Development) to the Governor
Mrs. Felicia Ogosi
31.
Special Assistant ( Security) to the Governor
Mr. Solomon Oyagbarha
32.
Special Assistant ( Community Relations) to the Governor
Sir Jude Ebieladoh Sinebe (KSM)
33.
Special Assistant ( Community Relations) to the Governor
Mr. Sese Omowera Omu
34.
Special Assistant (Special Duties) to the Governor
Ejaeta Ojugo
35.
Special Assistant ( Mobile Communications) to the Governor
Omamuli Rewane
36.
Press Photographer to the Governor
Henry Unini
SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO HIS EXCELLENCY, THE DEPUTY GOVERNOR
1.
Media Assistant to the Deputy Governor
Miss Ghene Pamela Igbogidi
2.
Special Assistant (Political Matters) to His Excellency, the Deputy Governor
Mr. Raymond Edijala
3.
Special Assistant (General Duties) to His Excellency, the Deputy Governor
Festus Orogun Mrakpo
MEDIA RELATIONS
1.
Manager Communication
Mr. Paul Odili
2.
Chief Press Secretary
Mr. Sunny Ogefere
3.
Press Secretary(Lagos & Abuja) to the Governor
Mr. Felix Ofou
4.
Media Assistant(Electronics) to the Governor
Constance Nwauba Okwudishu
5.
Press Secretary (Warri) to the Governor
Mr. Linus Chima
6.
Media Assist to Her Excellency, the First Lady, Wife of the Governor
Miss Alicia Ejaye
SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO HONOURABLE COMMISSIONERS
1.
SA to Honourable Commissioner for Information
Mr. Edward Oke Epia
2.
SA to Honourable Commissioner for Culture and Tourism
Mr. Oghoje Stephen Ufuomaefe
3.
SA to Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources
Mr. Clifford Enanovwe Ivwighren
4.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Health
Mr. Andrew M. Megbele
5.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Energy
Engr A.C Osuya, MNS
6.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Special Duties Government House
Mr. Izuka V. Okolo
7.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Water Resources Development
Mr. Steve Eruotor
8.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Youth Development
Mr. Benjamin Binite
9.
SA Political Central to the Political Adviser to the Governor
Mr. Arthur Omene
10.
SA Political North to the Political Adviser to the Governor
Barrister Nwulu Charles Uche
11.
SA Political the Political Adviser to the Governor
Mr. Eeyewu Nicholas Efele
12.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Local Government Affair
Mr. Eyebira Micheal Dottie
13.
SA Reasearch to the Political Adviser to the Governor
Hon Igho Oboh
14.
SA to the Chief of Staff
Mr. Felix Chukwuma Gbagi
15.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Environment
Mr. George .O. Chijindu Kwuholdu
16.
SA to the Honourable Comm. For Special Duties
Emiko Odafe Frank
17.
SA to the Honourable Comm. For women Affairs
Mr. Tonnie Egun
18.
SA to the Honourable Comm. For Education
Mr. Ifeanyi Mathias Okoro
19.
SA to the Honourable Comm. For Education
Mrs. Agnes Esin
20.
SA to the Honourable Comm. For Finance
Mr. Charlse Ile Nenyiaba FCA,
21.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industry
Ogbueshi Eugene Odiachi
22.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Works
Engr. Obinna Oliver Akabogu
23.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Works
Mr. Ikechukkwu Peter Okoisama
24.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Transport
Mr. Peter College Embeleghan
25.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Lands, Surveys and Urban Development
Rev. Seigha Jammy Guanah
26.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Housing
Mr. Oghenekevwe Chris Onogba
27.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Economic Planning
Mr. Phillip Ikechukwu Ashinze
28.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Water Resources
Barrister Raphael Origho
29.
SA in the Office of the Head of Service
30.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Special Duties
Mr. Christopher Olisa Modebe
31.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner, Directorate of Project Monitoring
Barr. Ekuogbe Obaro Odebala
32.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Justice
Jonathan Ididiemo Ekperusi Esq.
33.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Finance
Mr. Ejomafuvwe Isreal Kwode
34.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner f.or Economic Planning
Mr. Abraham Ifode
35.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Higher Education
Dr. Idamoyibo Ovaborene
36.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Culture and Tourism
Barr. Ufuoma Kerewi
37.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Special Duties DESOPADEC
Mrs. Kate Ewere Abiola
38.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner Bureau for Special Duties
Mr. Churchill Amagada
39.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Special Duties DESOPADEC
Mr. Samuel Tewhia Esiso
40.
SA to the Honourable Commissioner for Science and Technology
Mr. Akpobire Oghenekome
PROJECT DIRECTORS
1.
Special Project Director (Asaba Airport Project)
Mr. Echare Austine Ayemidejor
2.
Special Project Director (Ode-Itsekiri Bridge Project)
Hon. Otimeyin .E. Adams
3.
Special Project Director (Some parts of Warri / SW LGA and W/N LGA.
Barr. Bosin Boyi Ebikeme
4.
Special Project Director (Ogheye Market Project)
Rt. Hon. Prince Omatsone JFK
5.
Special Project Director (Osubi Airport Project)
Hon. Barr. Moses Odibo
6.
Special Project Director (Asaba – Ughelli Road Dualisation Project, Ughelli Isoko Section )
Mr. Sunny Onuesoke
7.
Special Project Director (Asaba–Ughelli Road Dualisation Project, Isoko Kwale Section )
Patrick Ferife
8.
Special Project Director (Asaba/Ughelli Road Dualisation Project, Kwale – Asaba Section )
Mr. Emeka Okwudishu
9.
Special Project Director (Engineering Complex, Delta State University, Oleh Campus)
Mr. Emmanuel Edewor
10.
Special Project Director (Dualisation of the Old lagos / Asaba Road, Boji-Boji Town)
Hon. (Mrs.) Cordelia Onyia
11.
Special Project Director (Ogbe-Ijoh Market / Udu Harbour Market Project)
Barr. E.T. Omonemu
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
1.
Dr Emmanuel Tetsola
(1st Member)/Acting Chairman
2.
Mr Paul Egbai
(2nd Member)
3.
Mrs Roseline Tialobi
(3rd Member)
4.
Mr Richard Tuedon
(4th Member)
DELTA STATE INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL COMMISSION
1.
Hon Justice Gege Jaho (Rtd)
(Chairman)
2.
Mr David A.O. Johnson
Member
3.
Mr Patrick Ogbeido
Member
4.
Chief Moses Emerure
Member
5.
Mr Kenneth Ogbogu
Member
6.
Capt Cletus Emiemokumo (rtd)
Member
7.
Mr Solomon O. Oseghe
Member
LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICE COMMISSION
1.
Dr. Patrick A. Fovie
(Chairman)
2.
Hon. Jonathan Eghwere
Member
3.
Mrs Joan Amaechi Bielonwu
Member
4.
Mr. James Enieketein
Member
STATE WASTE MANAGEMENT BOARD
1.
Chief Austin Ogbabunoh
(Chairman)
2.
Mr Solomon Golly
Member
3.
Mrs Patience Ejetah
Member
4.
Hon. Godspower Etih
Member
DELTA STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY COMMISSION
1.
Hon. Tonye Timi
(Chairman)
2.
Joe Moemeke
Member
3.
Christian Itire
Member
4.
Sam Oligide
Member
5.
Christy Siakpere
Member
6.
Princewill Ejogharado
Member
7.
Captain Isaac Ogenegbu
Member
DELTA STATE OIL PRODUCING AREA DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
1.
Chief Wellington Okrika
(Chairman)
2.
Engineer Johnson Toritsemotse
Member
3.
Chief J. J. Ojo
Member
4.
Barrister Joseph Egigba
Member
5.
Honourable Lucky Utunye
Member
6.
Honourable Ubah Ekufia
Member
7.
Chief Tom Binebai
Member
8.
Barrister Augustine Ogbolu
Member
9.
Honourable Bernard Agbomiyeri
Member
POLITICAL ASSISTANTS/AIDES
1.
Political Aide to Deputy Governor
Mr. Festus E. Utuama
2.
Political Assistant to Her Excellency, the Wife of the Deputy Governor
Miss Florence Ese Gbemre
3.
PA to His Excellency,the Governor
Mr. Fredrick Mosheshe
4.
Political Aide to the Secretary to the State Government
Hon. Raymond Mgbakor
5.
Barrister Moses Ononyoroma Obodo
6
Mr. Ena Enameguoilo Orugbo
MEMBERS OF BOARDS AND PARASTATALS
URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING BOARD
Chairman:Mr. Ben Obuh Members: 1.Engr. (Chief) Ngozi B. Emeni 2. Arc. Ambrose Okuhor 3. Chief Lizzy Obukene 4. Sweet E Eshnake 5. Freeborn Ayaperebo 6. Mrs. Ruth Okocha 7. Mr. Joshuua Emego 8. Mr. Bright Agboro
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, WARRI
Chairman:Dr. Mrs. Elizabeth Ubini Members; 1. Mrs. Beauty Otono-Ebunu 2. Evang. Anthony A. Nzuwuogwu 3. Mr. Andrew Aganbi 4. Hon. Jim Egere 5. Engr. K. 0. Preyor 6. Chief Onoriode Temiagin 7. Mr. Samson Idume
RURAL WATER BOARD
Chairman:Mr. Kennis Azike Members: I. Barr. Prosper Esegbue 2. Egr. Emma Eboh 3. Mr. AIex. Amereghene 4. Chief Ladina Yebu 5. Freeborn Okuma 6. Mr. Emmanuel Tuoyo 7. Mr Edward Mekwuye 8 Chief Benson Asore 9. Mr. Amos Itiwhe
URBAN WATER BOARD
Chairman:Mr. Kenneth Efejuku: Members: 1. Hon A.Orugo 2. Barr. Frank Esenwah 3. Mr. Peter Ebor 4. Mr. Vincent Dudu 5. Mr. Famous Ofurobiri 6. Mr. Kizito Ijeh 7. Hon. Patrick Fregene 8. Col. A.O. Asielu
DELTA LINE LTD
Chairman:Chief Tom Amioku Members ;Mr. Nelson Ejakpovi Mr. Deji Okonji Mr. John Nani
AGENCY FOR ADULT AND NON-FORMAL EDUCATION
Chairman:Mr. Sunny Owhode Members: 1. Chief (Barr) D.B.E. Ossai 2. Chief’ James Onwuadiachi 3. Barr. S. M. Mariere 4. Mrs. S. Ejukonemu 5. Engr. Johnson Ajeboku 6. Mr. Toju Ayu 7. Mr. Ikechuku Oputa 8.. Mr. John Oghojafor
DELTA DEVELOPMENT AND PROPERTY AUTHORITY
Chairman:Surv Terry Noah Members: 1. Chief Joe Utomi 2. Mr. Pax Asmah 3. Chief Festus Ochonogor 4. Efe Odhomo 5. More Ologitere 6. Mr. Christopher Nmarke 7. Barr. Brave Enode 8. Miss Osiga Oghale 9. Elofu Ambrose Elue Dike
COUNCIL OF ARTS AND CULTURE
Chairman: Mr. Jerry Erhuvwedede Members: 1. Deacon Francis Okofu 2. Dr. Chris Edeme 3. Prince Igwe Nzekwe 4. Mrs. Caro Ojeifoh 5. Mrs. Pally Eghove 6. Mr. U.P Jombo 7. Mrs. Grace Ikanone 8. Chief P. Emore 9. Mr.A. Agherhiere 10. Princess 1. Agore 11.Mr. J. Ogaga 12. Mr. Allan Egbegi 13. Oriribia Otogie 14. Madam Elizabeth Abazani 15. Mr. Oboro Akpasipeleti 16. Mr. Vincent Odjegba 17. Chief Ijeh Osadebe 18. Dr. Lynn Olisa 19 . Princess Martina Binebai 20. Mr. Lucky Edowor 21.Chief Martin Okakwu 22.Mr Okom
OGWASHl-UKU POLYTECHNIC
Chairman:Prof. Abedinego Ekoko Members:1. Chief (Mrs) Ehinlaye 2. Mr. Isioma Okonta 3. Hon. Moses Onowu 4. Hon. E. Onosorhue 5. Dr. Bismarck Avwata
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION. AGBOR
Chairman:Prof. Pat. Muoboghare Members:I. Chief Mordi Ojubi 2. Mr. Solomon Idele 3. Mr. Samuel Akor 4. Mr. Isaac Itobi 5. Mr. Reuben Ofotokun 6. Mr. Moses Kamaya 7. Chief Emma Onyeukwu
BENDEL STEEL STRUCTURE
Chairman:Chief Anthony Ebikeme Members: 1. Engr. Orsino 0. Chimsunum 2. Mr. Richard Sinebe 3. Comrade Lucky Ovuakporaye 4. Mr. Newton Amukpo
SCHOQL OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY, OFUOMA
Chairman:Chief Paulinus Akpeki Members: 1. Mrs. Lina Osuya-Eni 2. Dr. Christopher Sokoh 3. Hon Ojcre Edeyibo 4. Barr D.R Nwatukele 5. Mr. Pat Willie
DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY , ABRAKA
Chairman:Justice Francis Tabai Members:1. Barr. Francis Eborka 2. Barr.C.J Obusom 3. Chief James Obeuwu 4. Chief Emmanuel Okumagba 5. Julius Ogbevire 6. Deacon Solomon Alah
RURAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Chairman; 1. Chief Isaac AnwuziaMembers:2. Sunny Akpenyi 3. Dr. Ben Oruerio 4. Barr. Kingsley Esiso 5. Evang. Johnson Boro 6. Chief Joe Emefe 7. Chief Iduh Amadhe 8 . .Mr.Ezekiel Avwonye 9. Emmanuel Nwaoboshi
COLLEGE OF PHYSiCAL EDUCATION,MOSOGAR
Chairman:Prof. Clement Nwawolor Members: I. Mr. Jude Onyia 2. Chief Westham Adehor 3. Hon. Chika Ossai 4. Soso Enakarokpo 5. Mr. Godwin Masah
TOURISM BOARD
Chairman:Chief Chinonye Daphey Members:1. Mr. Shedrack Rapu 2. Dr. Kings Okpako 3. Mr. Marvin Ojegho 4. Chief’ Austin Oboba 5. Anthonia Okwuolise 6. Mr. Patrick Akpobome 7. Mr. Hope Abijor 8. Mr. Felix Oruomoni 9.Mr S.N Azubuike
0ZORO POLYTECHNIC
Chairman:Professor Gabriel Yomere Members: 1. Chief Ifeanyi Onwukamike 2. Barr. Mike Edegware 3. Hon. Dono Okeh 4. Michael Nwani 5. Hon. Efe Uko
HOSPITALS MANAGEMENT BOARD
Chairman:Dr. Festus Okubor Members: 1. Dr. Odaniheh Isaac Onyia 2. Dr. Ndu Okonye 3. Dr. Mike Oberabor 4. Chief (Mrs) Margaret Unukegwo 5. Chief Thompson Brisibe 6. Mr. Isaac Ako 7. Dr. Patrick Onwuachi 8. Mr. Charles Okaroh
SCHOLARSHIP BOARD
Chairman:Rev. Fr. Buchi Aninye Members: 1. Barr. J.B. Ibudeh 2. Mr. Timeyin Arthur 3. Mr. S. Eseagwu 4. Tony Osauzo 5. Prince Emmanuel Anghaduba 6. Mrs. P. Onoriode 7. Paul Taiga S. Christabel Obiuvwebi 9. Nkechi Enumah- Chukwurah 10. Mr. Felix Oritsegbne
INSTITUTE OF CONTINUING EDUCATION
Chairman:Mr. J. T. Government Members:1. Mr. John Nwagimejie 2. Chief Francis Ulogo 3. Mr. Bright Edejewhro 4. Mr. Mofe Pirah 5. Mr Paul Esuku 6. Famous Sagay 7. Hon. Emma Edevor 8. Austin Ukuwrere
LAND USE ALLOCATION COMMITTEE
Chairman: Mr. Emma Ogidi Members: 1. Mr. Ifeanyi Michael Osuoza 2. Chief Patrick Atsiangbe 3. Mr. Thomas Ereyetomi 4. Prince B. Ohwovoriole 5. Mr Peter Odion 6. C’hief Pius Perekpo 7. Miss Philo Ededey 8. Mr. Jerry Ogor 9. Mr. P.C. Mozea 10. Mr. Matthew Amunorotse 11.German Felix 12. Mr. Lucky Oruma 13. Mr Ike Nwabuoku
DELTA WATERWAYS
Chairman:Hon David Tonwe Members:1. Rt. Hon. Emma Okoro 2. Chief Dennis Araru 3. Major S.E. Johnson 4. Hon. L. Avweiomre 5. Odenigwe H. Chijioke 6. Chief Roland Bill 7. Mr. Celestine Tabai
DELTA STATE BROADCASTING SERVICE WARRI
Chairman:Amb. (Princess) Oghon Dey Members:1. Mr. Michael Abrakata 2. Chief Obukowho Ugbune 3. Hon. Dada Ijeh 4. Mr. John Araka 5. Mr. Henry Ofa
DELTA STATE BROADCASTING SERVICE, ASABA
Chairman:Chief Uche Ugbomah. Members: 1. Barr. David Ekwetafia 2. Mr. Robert Alfuruku 3. Hon. Uche Uriah 4. Chief Emeka Ohaegbunam 5. Hon. Eda Ugborikoko
DELTA STATE POLYTECHNIC OTEFE, OGHARA
Chairman:Dr. Steve Oru Members: 1. Gen. Broderick Demeyeibo 2. Mr. Sunday Obiorah 3. Perez Omoun 4. Chief Peace Aghomi 5. David Oghenekevwe
Delta
Delta is an oil and agricultural state in Nigeria. It is situated in the region known as the South-South geo-political zone and bordered on the north by Edo State, the east by Anambra and Rivers States, and the south by Bayelsa State while to the west is the Bight of Benin which covers about 160 kilometres of the state’s coastline.
Name: Delta State of Nigeria Founded: 27Aug, 1991 Administrative capital: Asaba Commercial capital: Warri
The area called Delta State was once an integral part of the old Western Region of Nigeria. It became an autonomous entity on August 27, 1991 after having been part of the old Midwestern State (1963 1976) and the defunct Bendel State (1976 1991).
Delta State started with twelve local government areas. These were split further into nineteen local governments on September 27, 1991, and to twenty five LGAs in 1997. Asaba, located at the northern end of the state, is the capital. A master plan for Asaba Capital Territory, with an estimated area of 762 sq. km and designed to transform Asaba into a modern metropolis is being pursued by the state government.
Location: Delta State lies roughly between longitudes 5°00 and 6°45’E and latitudes 5°00 and 6°30’N. It has a total land area of 16,842 sq. km. The states bordering Delta State are Edo to the north, Ondo to the northwest, Anambra to the east and Bayelsa and Rivers to the southeast. On its southern flank is 160 km of the coastline of the Bight of Benin.
Administrative Areas
Delta State currently has twentyfive local government areas. They are: Aniocha North, Aniocha South, Bomadi, Burutu, Ethiope East, Ethiope West, lka North East, lka South, Isoko North, Isoko South, Ndokwa East, Ndokwa West Okpe, Oshimili North Oshimili South, Patani, Sapele, Udu, Ughelli North, Ughelli South, Ukwani, Uvwie, Warri North, Warri South and Warri South West.
Ethnic Composition
The major ethnic groups in Delta State are Urhobo, lgbo, lzon, Isoko and Itsekiri. Many of the people claim a common ancestry; consequent ly, their cultures are similar. These similarities are manifested in their religious worship, music, dance, festivals, and arts and crafts. The practice of Christianity, Islam and traditional worship like lgbe and Ebura, flourishes in varying degrees among the people of Delta state.
Asaba roundabout, Asaba, Delta state
Christianity, which has the largest followership, came through contact with the Portuguese in the 15th century. With Christianity, came a number of complimentary western institutions, the most important of which was western education, hence missionary schools sprang up in Delta State. Modem health care delivery establishments, such as hospitals and maternity centers, were also introduced.
Identical features of the mode of dressing common to the four tribes of Urhobo, Isoko, Itsekiri and lzon include a pair of wrapper on which you have a shirt like attire, topped with a bowler hat. Coral beads or gold chain around the neck is complemented with a walking stick.
Women, in addition to coral beads or gold chain, wear what is known as ‘up and down’ (called “Osiba Gba aniku” among the Urhobos). The music, which is in the form of singing and drumming, dictates the dance steps. These include: Ulu Omi Masquerade dance, such as Oda (Itsekiri) and Mmanwu (Ndokwa); Regatta, a canoe dance among the Itsekiri, and various social dances such as Itsekiri Omoko dance, lka moonlight dance, Urhobo dance of the maidens and lsele Uku Egwu Oshusku. Others include, war and rituals dances.
The characteristic festivals of Delta state include Okere Juju (Itsekiri), Ikenga and Ukunta (Aboh), lwuyi and Osoezi (Agbor) Aborebele Oge and Sogbein festivals (lzon). These festivals mark the harvest seasons, appeals to gods for purification of the town, commemoration of ancient expeditions or reminiscences of or tribute to tribal heroes.
Delta has many ethnic groups. Top on the list are Ijaw and Igbo
Besides oil, Delta State is an agricultural producing state with large harvests of cassava and other crops.
It is situated in the region known as the South-South geo-political zone with a population of over 7 million persons.
The capital of Delta State is Asaba, located at the northern end of the state, with an estimated area of 762 square kilometres (294 sq mi).
Warri is the economic nerve center of the state and also the most populated. It is located in the southern end of the state.
Delta state has a total land area of 16,842 square kilometres (6,503 sq mi).
There are various solid mineral deposits within the state – industrial clay, silica, lignite, kaolin, tar sand, decorative rocks, limestone, etc.
These are raw materials for industries such as brick making, ceramics, bottle manufacturing, glass manufacturing, chemical/insulators production, chalk manufacturing and sanitary wares, decorative stone cutting and quarrying. But these minerals are under-utilized.
Delta state also has huge deposits of crude oil and is also one of the largest producers of petroleum products in Nigeria. Sales of petroleum products is what majorly drives its economy.
Delta State has some historical, cultural and socio-political tourist centers that attract visitors from around the globe. Some of these sites of tourism include:
Nana’s Palace built by Chief Nana Olomu of Ebrohim.
Nana’s palace
He was a powerful 19th century indigenous entrepreneur who traded with the British. The relationship eventually turned sour.
Later, he surrendered (not without putting up a fight) and was exiled to Ghana. His personal effects are housed in this grand palace.
River Ethiope which is reputed to be the deepest inland waterway in Africa (at 176 km).
River Ethiope
Its source is at the foot of a giant silk-cotton tree at Umuaja in Ukwuani Local Government Area of the state and flows through seven Local Government Areas in the State. It is a place of worship for Olokun traditional religion and also a common site for faithfuls of the Igbe Religious Movement.
Araya Bible Site which houses a copy of the Holy Bible. It is believed that the bible descended to this spot miraculously from heaven around August, 1914.
Araya Bible Site
The bible dropped on rain-soaked yam and it didn’t get wet. The site now attracts thousands of Christians yearly.
Demas Nwoko Edifice which was built using traditional materials, designs and construction techniques of the Igbo civilization and the Benin Empire by Demas Nwoko, an architect, builder and artist of international repute from Idumuje-Ugboko, in Aniocha North Local Government Area, Delta State.
Mungo Park House which is now the site of the National Museum, Asaba. The house was constructed by the Royal Niger Company (RNC) in 1886 and was used as a colonial administrative headquarters, a military house, the colonial administrative divisional headquarters, the RNC Constabulary building, and the seat of the Urban District Council at different times.
Niger Bridge which connects Delta State (by extension, western Nigeria) to the Eastern part of Nigeria. It is a beauty to behold. It was completed in 1965 and cost £5 million. It was damaged during the civil war, but later repaired.
