Tobore Oborevwori, wife of Delta State Governor (10th left) in a group photograph with Royal Mothers during the 2025 End-of-Year Banquet in honour of the Wives of Traditional Rulers in the state, Friday, at Government House Asaba.
Tobore Oborevwori, the wife of Delta State Governor and founder of You Matter Charity Foundation, on Friday, tasked royal mothers across the state to strengthen bonds of unity, foster mutual support, and uphold prayer for the prosperity of their kingdoms.
She gave the task during the End-of-Year Banquet in honour of the Wives of Traditional Rulers in the state, held at the Government House, Asaba.
While welcoming the royal mothers with heartfelt gratitude and warm greetings from her husband, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, she noted the importance of celebrating the successes and progress within their respective communities.
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“I thank God for granting us the privilege to celebrate the end of this year together. The beauty of today’s event is evident in how radiant and healthy everyone looks, a reflection of the peace and progress in our towns and kingdoms,” she said.
She acknowledged the dedication of the royal mothers and pointed out that their regular communications and positive updates demonstrated their commitment to the administration’s vision. She encouraged engagement, interaction, and the sharing of progress reports during the banquet, which also featured fellowship, food, and tokens for attendees.
On civic responsibility, the YMCF founder urged the royal mothers to ensure that women in their communities register for Permanent Voter’s Cards (PVCs), emphasizing that political participation is crucial for empowering women’s voices.
She highlighted were foundation’s ongoing commitment to community engagement, women empowerment, and the fostering of peaceful and progressive leadership across Delta State.
She condoled with the families of three Queens who passed away over the year: Queen Anthonia Kikachukwu of Ubulu Unor Kingdom, Queen Rhoda Owhe of Umeh Kingdom, and Queen Uzezi Ogeh of Ase Kingdoms, and prayed that their soujs rest in perfect peace just as she called for a minute of silence in their honor.
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She then urged unity among the royal mothers and encouraged them to maintain prayer routines, support one another, and nurture strong relationships. She reminded them that her office remains open and expressed hope for continued collaboration in future events.
“I pray that your strength will not fail, your reign will be peaceful, and the Lord prospers the work of your hands,” she added. She wished the royal mothers safe journeys home, a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year.
In her closing remarks, Queen Ofejiro Ogbogbo, the wife of the traditional ruler of Ozoro Kingdom who spoke on behalf of other Queens described the platform of an end-of-year banquet as a huge opportunity for the royal mothers to leave their domains and socially connect at the seat of the state government.
She assured the governor’s wife of their continued support for the administration of the governor.
