Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has said state governments are now receiving significantly increased allocations from the Federati...
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has said state governments are now receiving significantly increased allocations from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), dismissing claims that states are struggling financially.
The governor urged his colleagues across the country to channel the improved revenue into tangible projects and policies that directly improve the living conditions of citizens, warning against attempts to conceal the true financial position of states.
Oborevwori spoke on Wednesday at the groundbreaking ceremony of the ₦39.3 billion Otovwodo Flyover in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, where he insisted that more funds are flowing into state coffers.
“There is more money coming to the states. I am not a governor who will hide it. There is money. Use the money, as we are using it in our state, so that the people will be very happy,” he said.
“The money is coming from somewhere. Some people want to hide that there is no money; there is money.”
His comments echo earlier remarks by the Governor of Kwara State and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, who acknowledged that states are benefiting from increased funding following recent economic reforms.
Speaking during a New Year homage visit by the NGF to President Bola Tinubu, AbdulRazaq said the restructuring of the economy had boosted state revenues, despite prevailing inflationary pressures.
“We are getting more funding due to the restructuring of the economy. Yes, there is inflation, but we are overriding it,” he said.
Oborevwori maintained that FAAC disbursements have improved substantially, stressing that state governments now have enough resources to fast-track development and rebuild public confidence in governance.
He described the Otovwodo Flyover as a critical infrastructure project that would ease traffic congestion and enhance commercial activities across the Ughelli axis and adjoining corridors. The Otovwodo junction is a major gateway linking Warri, Asaba and Patani along the East-West Highway, and is one of the busiest traffic points in Delta State.
According to the governor, the project aligns with his administration’s commitment to redefining the social contract through accountable, people-centred infrastructure delivery.
He said the flyover, when completed, would boost trade, reduce travel time and improve road safety for commuters.
Oborevwori also appealed to motorists and residents to cooperate with traffic officials during the construction period, assuring them that temporary inconveniences would give way to lasting benefits.
The governor reaffirmed his administration’s determination to continue investing in strategic road infrastructure as part of its broader economic development and urban renewal agenda.
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