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Delta’s greatest competitive advantage is its people. As Governor Sheriff Oborevwori affirms, the strength of Delta State lies in its people, in the innovators, entrepreneurs, professionals, artisans, public servants, and young changemakers whose ideas and determination continue to shape a brighter future.
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Governor Sheriff Oborevwori says Delta State can no longer rely solely on oil revenue and must diversify through strategic investments.
Speaking at the second day of the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit 2026, he highlighted opportunities in agriculture, energy, the blue economy, solid minerals, digital innovation, transport infrastructure, and other key sectors.
He described the summit as a private sector–driven platform connecting investors to bankable opportunities and restated government’s commitment to infrastructure, security, policy consistency, and strategic partnerships.
The Governor also said Delta has secured land for investment, expressing confidence that the summit’s partnerships and commitments will drive industrialisation, create jobs, and strengthen the state’s position as a leading investment destination.
Day 3 of the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit 2026 took investors and delegates on guided tours of key investment sites across the state.
The tours showcased Delta’s strategic assets and reaffirmed its commitment to investment-driven growth.
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Foreign investors from Brazil, Malaysia and the United States have expressed strong interest in investing in Delta State following an inspection tour of key investment sites organised as part of the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit 2026.
The investors commended the state’s investment-friendly environment and identified opportunities across agriculture, energy and industrial development, with the Brazilian delegation indicating interest in gas-fired power generation and cassava processing, while Malaysian investors explored collaboration in oil palm development.
Leading the tour, Deputy Governor Sir Monday Onyeme said the visits were designed to demonstrate that Delta State is ready for investment, stressing that the Oborevwori administration is committed to creating an enabling environment where businesses can thrive through strategic partnerships, technology transfer and sustainable economic growth.
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Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has declared that Delta State is ready for business, assuring local and international investors of a peaceful environment, quality infrastructure, and an enabling climate for investment.
Speaking after receiving the Malaysian Ambassador to Nigeria, Brazilian investors, and other delegates at the close of the investment site tours during the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit 2026, the Governor commended the foreign partners for their active participation throughout the three-day summit.
He said the summit demonstrates Delta State’s commitment to diversifying its economy beyond oil, noting that ongoing investments in infrastructure and other critical sectors are creating opportunities for sustainable growth and attractive returns on investment.
Governor Oborevwori thanked the visiting investors for their confidence in Delta State and expressed optimism that the engagements would translate into lasting partnerships and investments.
Foreign investors at the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit 2026 expressed confidence in Delta State’s investment potential, describing the state as a land of opportunity with strong prospects for strategic partnerships and long-term collaboration.
Highlighting the state’s strengths, particularly in agriculture, they affirmed their interest in exploring investment opportunities that will drive sustainable growth and deliver mutual benefits.
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Brazilian and Malaysian investors toured Uzezi Farm to explore Delta State’s agricultural potential and gain firsthand insight into opportunities across the state’s agribusiness value chain.
The visit offered a practical look at the state’s farming ecosystem, productive capacity, and the prospects for agricultural collaboration and commercial expansion.
The Delta State Economic & Investment Summit 2026 delivered more than conversations. It reinforced key lessons on investment, economic diversification, strategic partnerships and sustainable growth.
Here are eight key takeaways that reflect Delta State’s vision for a more competitive and prosperous future.
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Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has approved enhanced career progression for university graduate teachers in Delta State public primary schools, marking a significant step in strengthening the state’s education sector.
The approval resolves a long-standing issue that had affected the career advancement of graduate teachers, reinforcing the administration’s commitment to building a stronger and more effective public education system.
Alexis Refinery Limited and China's PCCS Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding at the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit 2026 to develop the proposed Alexis Refinery and boost Nigeria's refining and petrochemical capacity.
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