By Joelson Wilson
The Chief Adviser to the Governor of Delta State, Senator Ighoyota Amori, has emphasized that the task of building a greater Delta requires collaboration between government and citizens.
Senator Amori made this known at the “Dear Governor” Citizens’ Townhall Meeting held at SaltCity Church, Warri.
The Chief Adviser was represented at the event by the Executive Assistant to the Governor on Project Monitoring and Audit, Mr. Onome Amori, who delivered his goodwill message.
Commending the convener, Pastor Tobore David, for assembling bright minds across different sectors, the Chief Adviser described the initiative as a “platform where ideas are conversed and solutions known.”
“Let me assure you that this administration, under His Excellency Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, is a listening government. Our M.O.R.E. Agenda was designed to be people-driven.
That is why I am here; not just to speak, but to listen. To carry your ideas forward to the Governor and being who he is, he will ensure they are considered in the process of policy-making. Your voices matter,” Amori said.
Pastor Tobore David, Senior Pastor of SaltCity Church and convener of the event, explained that the goal was to gather empirical minds who are actively working in Delta with their businesses and investments to create practical solutions for growth.
“This is not about communal conflicts or politics. This is about ideas that can drive progress. While it is titled Dear Governor, it should also be seen as Dear Citizens, because the government alone cannot do everything. Government provides infrastructure and policies, but citizens must also play their role,” he said.
Speakers at the event offered far-reaching proposals across sectors.
Managing Director of Amju Microfinance Bank, Dr. Jonathan Ososuakpor, stressed the need for a mindset shift and effective implementation of laws. He called for improved security, better revenue collection systems, functional ports in Delta, and a renewed focus on agriculture, energy, and tourism.
“If energy is fixed in Delta State, the whole world will move here because we are blessed. Our ports must work, and our tourist site: from Nana’s Palace to River Ethiope, should be developed to attract global attention,” he said.
Comrade Rume Kugbere, Chairman of Igbudu Market and Vice Chairman of All Trade Unions in Delta State, appreciated the current government support for traders but appealed for improved soft loans to ease the burden on traders, given the current economic situation.
Also speaking, Mr. Omamofe Omatseye emphasized the need to amplify the track records of young people and create opportunities for the ecosystem to thrive. He noted that reviving nightlife through public-private partnerships could boost tourism and hospitality in the state.
On his part, customer service trainer Dr. Segun Manuel urged investment in education as the foundation for development. He highlighted the blue economy as a sector that could transform Delta’s economy if properly harnessed.
Chairman of Charissa, Dcn. Robor Agwemuria, reinforced the link between education and progress, stressing the need for incentives for security agencies and creation of leisure spaces. “No people can grow beyond the level of their education. Citizens also have a role to play if Delta is to become Nigeria’s most business-friendly and tourism-driven state,” he said.
Closing the session, Amori reaffirmed the state government’s openness to civic ideas. “Initiatives like Dear Governor show that development is a shared responsibility. Government provides leadership and enabling policies, but citizens must contribute through enterprise, innovation, and constructive engagement. Together, we can build the Delta of our dreams,” he said.
