By Yahaya Idris, Asaba
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has declared open the seventh edition of the Delta State Strategic Communication Workshop, DELCOM 2026, with a charge to government communicators and media professionals to embrace digital innovation, professionalism and ethical communication.
The three-day workshop, holding from Tuesday, August 18, to Thursday, August 20, 2026, in Asaba, has as its theme: “Digital Communication and Crisis Management: Building Trust and Credibility for Democratic Governance.”
The governor, represented by the Commissioner for Trade and Investment, Hon. Samuel Oligida, said the workshop was designed to address the rapidly changing communication landscape and strengthen the capacity of professionals responsible for communicating government policies and programmes.
He said the speed at which information now travels through digital platforms makes strategic communication an essential component of modern governance.
According to him, a single piece of information, whether accurate or false, can shape public perception within minutes, making verification, prompt response and responsible engagement imperative.
Oborevwori said government communication must no longer be treated as an afterthought, stressing that effective communication was central to transparency, accountability and public confidence.
He linked DELCOM 2026 to his administration’s MORE Agenda, particularly its emphasis on human capital development and institutional capacity building.
The governor urged participants to acquire practical skills for identifying emerging issues, combating misinformation and disinformation, managing crises and communicating effectively with citizens.
He also charged communicators to uphold accuracy, transparency, consistency and integrity while paying close attention to the concerns of citizens.
Oghenesivbe: DELCOM Designed for Modern Communication Challenges
In his welcome address, the Director-General of the Delta State Bureau for Orientation and Communications and State Coordinator of DELCOM 2026, Dr. Wilfred Latimore Oghenesivbe, Esq., said the workshop was structured to equip participants with contemporary communication skills.
Oghenesivbe said the programme would feature sessions on strategic communication, media relations, digital communication, executive communication, crisis management, information integrity, reputation management and the ethical use of emerging technologies.
He described public trust as one of the most valuable assets of government institutions, noting that strategic communication should go beyond information dissemination to building understanding and confidence.
The DG commended Governor Oborevwori for approving and supporting the seventh edition of DELCOM, describing the initiative as evidence of the administration’s commitment to human capital development and continuous professional capacity building.
He urged participants to translate the knowledge gained into stronger communication strategies, improved collaboration and enhanced professionalism.
Professor Presley Ogheneruke Obukoadata, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Southern Delta University, Ozoro, is serving as Chief Trainer, while Professor Joyce Ogwezi of Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba, Dr. Rita Abamba of Delta State University, Abraka, and other communication experts are facilitating various sessions.
The workshop attracted government officials, journalists, public relations practitioners, social media influencers, bloggers, communication officers and representatives of security agencies.
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Governor Oborevwori commended the Bureau, organising committee, facilitators and media partners for sustaining DELCOM into its seventh edition.
He urged participants to maximise the three-day workshop and contribute to building a professional, credible, responsive and people-centred communication system in Delta State.