The Association of Community Newspaper Publishers of Nigeria (ACNPN), Delta State Council, has felicitated with the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and Nigerians on the occasion of the nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary.
In a statement jointly signed by the State Chairman of the association, Comrade Ike Philip Abiagom, and the Secretary, Comrade Alaska Ekele, the group paid tribute to the nation’s founding fathers and patriotic heroes whose sacrifices paved the way for Nigeria’s independence and democratic growth.
The association urged Nigerians, particularly residents of Delta State, to use the occasion of the Independence celebration to pray for the peace, unity and progress of the country, while supporting leaders at all levels to deliver good governance and sustainable development.
According to the statement, Governor Oborevwori’s administration has recorded notable achievements across critical sectors, including security, education, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure development and human capital empowerment within the past three years.
The ACNPN particularly commended the governor’s commitment to improving the welfare of Deltans through various empowerment programmes, support for farmers, road construction projects and other people-oriented initiatives aimed at enhancing economic growth and social development.
The association expressed confidence that the governor’s policies and the implementation of the MORE Agenda would further accelerate development across the state in the coming years, making Delta a model of progress and prosperity.
While congratulating Governor Oborevwori and the people of Delta State on the Independence Anniversary, the association called on residents to continue supporting the administration to enable it fulfil its campaign promises and consolidate on its developmental strides.
The ACNPN also reaffirmed its commitment to promoting responsible journalism and supporting initiatives that foster peace, unity and socio-economic advancement in Delta State and Nigeria as a whole.
