ASABA/Nigeria: Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, has reaffirmed the legislature’s dedication to collaborating with other government branches to ensure good governance, peace, and prosperity in the state.

During a courtesy visit from Hon. Justice O.A. Ogunbowale, the Presiding Judge of the Asaba branch of the National Industrial Court of Nigeria, Guwor emphasized the importance of a symbiotic relationship between the state’s legislative, executive, and judicial arms. This collaboration, he noted, has been pivotal in fostering peace and driving infrastructural and socio-economic development in Delta State.

Joined by key House officials, including Deputy Speaker Arthur Akpowowo and Majority Leader Emeka Nwaobi, Guwor underscored the Assembly’s commitment to the welfare of Deltans. “We at the 8th Delta State House of Assembly shall continue to legislate for peace and good governance in the state and ensure that the state is very habitable for Deltans and visitors to the state,” he said.

Guwor, who also serves as the National Treasurer for the Conference of Speakers of State Houses of Assembly in Nigeria, attributed the state’s progress to divine favor. He highlighted the significance of an annual Thanksgiving Day on May 29, established by law to honor God’s blessings on the state. “Delta is one of the states we can boldly say that God loves so very much. That is indeed the reason we are succeeding here in Delta,” he remarked.

Justice Ogunbowale, in her address, lauded the Assembly’s achievements and praised the peaceful and conducive environment in Asaba. She called for continued focus on progress and acknowledged the warm reception by the Speaker and his team.

The Speaker expressed gratitude to Justice Ogunbowale for her visit and words of encouragement, reiterating the Assembly’s resolve to maintain strong synergy with all critical stakeholders for the betterment of Delta State.