How Governor Oborevwori Inaugurates Model Technical College in Delta Community

There was jubilation on Monday as Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, inaugurated the Model Technical College, Omadino, in Warri South Local Government Area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to technical and vocational education as a strategic solution to youth unemployment in Nigeria.

Governor Oborevwori described technical and vocational education as one of the most effective tools for equipping young people with practical skills, stressing that graduates of such institutions would emerge as skilled professionals, entrepreneurs and employers of labour, rather than job seekers.

Technical Education Key to Youth Empowerment — Oborevwori
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the governor said the Model Technical College, Omadino, represents a flagship investment in human capital development under his administration.
He noted that some achievements were better appreciated when seen rather than spoken about, adding that within two years, his government had delivered landmark projects without borrowing or placing additional financial burdens on Deltans.

“Even I am often amazed at how much we have been able to achieve within two years without borrowing and without burdening the people. This project we are commissioning today is a clear example of prudent management. Contractors were paid promptly, and that is why delivery was timely,” Oborevwori said.

College Commenced Academic Activities Before Commissioning
The governor disclosed that the Model Technical College, Omadino, had already commenced academic activities before its formal commissioning, describing the move as evidence of the institution’s readiness, functionality and sustainability.

According to him, the college marks another major milestone in the advancement of technical and vocational education in Delta State, reflecting clarity of vision, strategic planning and disciplined execution.

He listed key infrastructure within the institution to include administrative blocks, internal road networks, classrooms, workshops and laboratories, describing them as tangible proof of his administration’s commitment to quality education.

Oborevwori Commends Okowa for Initiating Project
Governor Oborevwori commended his predecessor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, for initiating the project, adding that his administration ensured its completion to the required standard.

“Today, I am pleased to see a beautiful and solid edifice standing proudly. We give God all the glory. Any student, lecturer or staff member would be proud to be associated with this institution,” he said.

He also praised the quality of training being imparted at the college, citing the confidence and composure displayed by a student who spoke earlier at the event as evidence of effective teaching and learning.

State-of-the-Art Facilities for Global Competitiveness
The governor emphasized that modern educational infrastructure plays a critical role in improving student performance, enhancing teacher effectiveness and fostering a conducive learning environment.

“With the high-quality facilities provided here, I am confident that students of this college can compete with the best anywhere in the world. All workshops and laboratories are fully equipped with state-of-the-art facilities,” Oborevwori added.

Reaffirming his commitment to education in line with the MORE Agenda, the governor assured Deltans that his administration would continue upgrading educational infrastructure across the state to deliver globally relevant skills.

He, however, appealed to the management, staff, students and host communities to ensure proper maintenance of government facilities, stressing that public assets represent taxpayers’ commonwealth and must be protected from vandalism and neglect.

Omadino Model Technical College a Symbol of Transformation — Commissioner
Earlier, the Commissioner for Technical Education, Mr. Smart Ufoh, described the Omadino Model Technical College as more than a modern technical school, calling it a bold statement of purpose and a symbol of transformation.

He said the institution has 12 classrooms and nine fully equipped workshops, alongside residential and welfare facilities including two hostel blocks, staff quarters, a principal’s lodge and a corps members’ lodge.

Other facilities include a dining hall, clinic, school hall, football pitch, basketball court, generator house and operational quarters, all designed to support effective teaching, learning and administration.

Ufoh disclosed that academic activities commenced in September 2025 with the admission of Junior Technical One students, to prevent the facilities from lying idle, noting that the response from the Omadino community and beyond had been overwhelming.

Warri South Chairman, Olu of Warri Laud Governor
In his remarks, Chairman of Warri South Local Government Council, Hon. Weyinmi Agbateyiniro, commended Governor Oborevwori for his impactful leadership and numerous development projects across Warri and Delta State.
He described the commissioning of the Model Technical College as a landmark achievement, alongside projects such as the Trans-Warri Road and Bridges, extensive road networks, drainage systems that have addressed perennial flooding, and the near-completed Warri Modern Stadium.

Also speaking, the Olu of Warri, HRM Ogiame Atuwatse III, thanked the governor for his commitment to riverine development and urged him to sustain investments in schools, bridges, roads and jetties in riverine communities.
Students Hail Project as Dream Fulfilled
Speaking on behalf of the students, Miss Courtney Omotoyine described the inauguration as the fulfillment of a long-held dream, urging students to use the facilities responsibly and strive for academic and technical excellence.

Dignitaries in Attendance
Dignitaries at the event included the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme; Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor; Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Blessing Agbegbaku; Speaker of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Abraham Ingobere; and Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Udeze Somtochukwu, among others.