BREAKING: Delta Governor, Oborevwori Appoints Nigerian-Dutch Activist Sunny Ofehe

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, has appointed Nigerian-born Dutch environmental rights activist, Comrade Sunny Ofehe, as the Executive Assistant for External Relations and Diaspora Affairs.

BIGPEN NIGERIA (https://bigpenngr.com) reports that the appointment was officially conveyed through a letter signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu. Ofehe’s new role commenced on September 18, 2023.

The letter reads; “I am pleased to convey to you, your appointment as Executive Assistant (External Relations and Diaspora Affairs) to His Excellency, the Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff F.O. Oborevwori, with effect from 18th September, 2023.

“Your appointment, is at the instance and pleasure of His Excellency, the Governor”.

Prior to this appointment, Ofehe, who holds a background in Industrial Chemical, had contested as a governorship candidate for the Young Progressive Party (YPP) in the March 18 2023 governorship election.

He is renowned for his expertise in addressing the issues of environmental degradation in the oil-rich Niger Delta region, with a particular focus on minority rights and the operations of international oil companies at the European Union and United Nations levels.

Having lived in Europe for more than 27 years and possessing a robust background in civil society, Ofehe leveraged his extensive time abroad to build a network encompassing international and regional institutions, civil society organizations, and individuals, with a special emphasis on his ability to attract investment-oriented opportunities to the country.

BIGPEN NIGERIA reports that Governor Oborevwori’s decision to appoint Ofehe reflects his recognition of Ofehe’s contributions and competence in these areas.