The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing public safety and strengthening security operations with the launching of the Delta State Security Trust Fund.
This assurance was given by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Sir Festus Ahon, in a telephone interview with Wazobia FM.
Ahon explained that the Fund was created in partnership with the private sector to generate additional resources for the implementation of the government’s crime prevention and safety strategies, adding that
the initiative was also designed to provide sustainable financial support for security operations across the state.
“As a government, we are doing our best to ensure the safety of our people in Delta State.
“The Security Trust Fund was created to assist security agencies in acquiring gadgets and vehicles, as well as in training their personnel to check the influx of criminal elements and make the state more peaceful for everyone”, Ahon stated.
On transparency and accountability, the Governor’s spokesperson assured Deltans that proper oversight mechanisms had been put in place.
“We can assure you that every kobo contributed to the Trust Fund would be properly managed and utilized for the good of Deltans. A Committee has been set up to oversee the management of the Fund, to ensure transparency and accountability”, he said.
Ahon commended security agencies for their efforts in curbing crime across the state, noting that significant progress had been made, particularly in reducing incidents of kidnapping.
“We are still exploring the possibility of establishing local vigilante groups to support conventional security outfits. However, our current focus is to enhance the efficiency of existing agencies through this Fund”, he explained.
“In the last few months, the issue of kidnapping has reduced because our security agencies are on top of their game, working in collaboration with community and religious leaders to ensure safety”, he added.
The CPS emphasized that security remained a shared responsibility, urging residents to cooperate with security operatives.
“Security is a joint effort. If you have any useful information, share it with us and the security agencies”, he said.
Ahon further stressed that while the state remained hospitable to all law-abiding citizens, it would not harbour those with criminal intentions and would decisively deal with such individuals.
“In Delta, we welcome everyone doing genuine business. But anyone involved in criminal activities will either leave the state or face the full wrath of the law”, he warned.
On infrastructure, the CPS reiterated the Oborevwori administration’s commitment to even development across the state, highlighting the recent flag-off of the reconstruction of the Warri–Sapele–Benin road as part of efforts to boost economic activities and improve transportation.
“Last week, Governor Oborevwori flagged off the reconstruction of the portion of the Warri–Sapele road between the Effurun roundabout and Mecca bridge because Deltans and other Nigerians use the road daily. The Federal Government has also awarded the adjoining section from the Benin axis. It’s a 10-kilometre dual carriageway with five kilometres on each lane”, he said.
Ahon emphasized that all infrastructural projects in the state were based on the needs of the people, assuring that every part of Delta State would benefit from the Governor’s development agenda.
Governor Oborevwori officially launched the Security Trust Fund last week Wednesday at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Asaba.
The event was attended by captains of industry, security chiefs, community leaders, and senior government officials
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