Oborevwori to Host Delta Security Summit on Collective Responsibility
The Delta State Government has announced plans to convene a high-level security summit aimed at strengthening collaboration among stakeholders in tackling security challenges across the state.
According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, the Delta State Security Summit 2026 is scheduled to hold on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, beginning at 10:00 a.m.
The summit, themed “Security: A Collective Responsibility,” will be hosted by Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori. The event is expected to bring together key stakeholders from across the state to deliberate on strategies for enhancing peace, safety, and security.
The SSG disclosed that participants expected at the summit include security chiefs, representatives of the Armed Forces, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), chairmen of local government councils, traditional rulers, religious leaders, Presidents-General of various communities, ethnic and community youth leaders, civil society organisations, transport unions, and market women associations.
Dr. Emu noted that the summit underscores the Oborevwori administration’s commitment to fostering a safer and more secure Delta State through inclusive engagement and collective action.
He emphasized that security remains a shared responsibility requiring the active participation of government institutions, security agencies, community leaders, and citizens.
The state government urged all invited stakeholders to attend the summit and contribute meaningfully to discussions aimed at strengthening the state’s security architecture and promoting sustainable peace across Delta.
The gathering is also expected to reinforce ongoing efforts by security agencies and community-based groups to address emerging threats and ensure the safety of residents.
The summit comes amid renewed calls for stronger cooperation among security stakeholders, with participants expected to chart a common course toward a united front against terrorism, criminality, and other threats to public safety in Delta State.
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