Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has said that tackling terrorism, kidnapping and other criminal activities requires the collective efforts of all citizens, stressing that security should not be left to government and security agencies alone.
The governor made the assertion while delivering a keynote address at the Delta State Security Summit 2026 held at the Government House, Asaba. The summit, themed “Security: A Collective Responsibility,” brought together security chiefs, traditional rulers, local government chairmen, community leaders, civil society organisations, youth and women groups, as well as members of the business community.
Oborevwori noted that peace and stability remain the foundation of development, warning that no society can achieve meaningful economic growth in an atmosphere of fear and insecurity.
“Security remains the foundation of every prosperous society. Without peace and stability, economic growth slows, investments decline and communities struggle to thrive. This is why the protection of lives and property remains one of the most important responsibilities of government,” the governor said.
He, however, emphasized that government alone cannot win the fight against crime, urging residents, traditional institutions, religious organisations and private sector stakeholders to actively support efforts aimed at securing communities across the state.
According to him, lasting peace can only be achieved through strong collaboration among government, security agencies and the people, particularly through intelligence sharing, vigilance and community engagement.
The governor disclosed that his administration has continued to strengthen the state’s security architecture through strategic partnerships with security agencies and local communities, alongside investments in logistics and operational support.
As part of ongoing efforts to combat crime, Oborevwori revealed that the state recently restructured and strengthened Operation Delta Sweep, the joint security outfit established to tackle criminal activities across Delta State.
He further announced that the State Executive Council had approved the construction of divisional police headquarters in all 25 local government areas of the state, describing the move as a proactive step toward the eventual establishment of state police.
The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting lives and property, calling on all stakeholders to embrace security as a shared responsibility in the interest of peace, development and prosperity in Delta State.