On Tuesday, November 12, the Delta State House of Assembly suspended Mr. Oboro Preyor (PDP-Bomadi) for alleged misconduct, marking the second lawmaker suspension within a week. The Speaker, Mr. Dennis Guwor, announced the suspension during the Assembly’s plenary session in Asaba.

Preyor, who serves as the Chairman of the House Committee on Works and Special Projects, was suspended for 14 legislative days. The suspension motion was raised as a matter of urgent public importance by Majority Leader Mr. Emeka Nwaobi (PDP-Aniocha North) and seconded by Mr. Matthew Omonade (APC-Ughelli North I). The motion was unanimously adopted through a voice vote.

Announcing the decision, Speaker Guwor stated, “The House hereby suspends the member representing Bomadi constituency in the State House of Assembly over misconduct.” He added that a committee would be formed to investigate the allegations.

Following the announcement, the Sergeant-at-Arms was directed to escort the suspended lawmaker out of the chamber.

In other proceedings, the House received a notification from Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, who is set to present the 2025 Appropriation Bill on Thursday. Additionally, members received a bill proposing a name change for Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro, to Southern Delta University, Ozoro, as conveyed in a letter by the governor.