Bring renewed vigour, sustainability mindset to lawmaking – Delta Speaker to colleagues
The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, DSHA, Dennis Guwor, has called on his colleagues to bring renewed vigour and a sustainability mindset to their work.
Welcoming lawmakers back to plenary, Guwor urged them to ensure that every decision taken contributes to leaving Delta State better and more resilient than they met it
He said the recess offered not just a time for rest but also for reflection, learning, and reconnection with constituents just as he advised them to recommit themselves to deviate from serving personal interest.
He underscored that the legislature must play a pivotal role in shaping policies that secure Delta’s future while addressing today’s pressing needs.
A highlight of the recess, the Speaker noted, was the Assembly’s participation in a leadership training on “Strategies for Inclusive Economic Growth” at the Centre for Enterprise, Manchester Metropolitan University, United Kingdom.
According to him, the programme exposed members to global models of governance that prioritize sustainability, equity, and accountability.
“We learnt that inclusive governance is the surest path to sustainable development, and that policy decisions must be guided by evidence, data, and the lived realities of our constituents,” Guwor said.
“We also saw clearly that innovation, accountability, and transparency are not optional, but essential in delivering good governance.”
He stressed the role of research and knowledge in driving long-term growth, pointing out that the government must leverage the intellectual resources of universities and research institutions to solve local problems.
“Delta State is fortunate to have four state-owned universities alongside federal and private institutions. We must encourage policies that harness these resources to achieve sustainable development for our people,” he said.
Guwor reminded lawmakers that sustainability requires forward-thinking policies and consistent execution, staying that the Assembly’s agenda would be shaped by the lessons learned in Manchester, ensuring that legislation, committee oversight, and stakeholder engagement translate into practical outcomes that strengthen the state’s economy and social fabric.
Bring renewed vigour, sustainability mindset to lawmaking – Delta Speaker to colleagues
