Local Government in Delta State: The 2026 M.O.R.E Directory

Delta State, the "Big Heart," is structured into 25 Local Government Areas (LGAs). In 2026, these councils are the primary beneficiaries of the state's decentralized development strategy, which aims to balance the industrial power of the Delta South and Central zones with the administrative growth of Delta North.

The 2026 fiscal year has seen the "Warri-Uvwie" urban renewal project reach 85% completion, significantly boosting the commercial value of LGAs within the oil-rich hub.

Full List of the 25 Local Government Areas (LGAs)

Delta’s LGAs are grouped into three Senatorial Districts: Delta North, Delta Central, and Delta South.

S/N	Local Government Area	Headquarters	Senatorial District
1	Aniocha North	Issele-Uku	Delta North
2	Aniocha South	Ogwashi-Uku	Delta North
3	Bomadi	Bomadi	Delta South
4	Burutu	Burutu	Delta South
5	Ethiope East	Abraka	Delta Central
6	Ethiope West	Oghara	Delta Central
7	Ika North East	Owa-Oyibu	Delta North
8	Ika South	Agbor	Delta North
9	Isoko North	Ozoro	Delta South
10	Isoko South	Oleh	Delta South
11	Ndokwa East	Aboh	Delta North
12	Ndokwa West	Kwale	Delta North
13	Okpe	Orerokpe	Delta Central
14	Oshimili North	Akwukwu-Igbo	Delta North
15	Oshimili South	Asaba	Delta North
16	Patani	Patani	Delta South
17	Sapele	Sapele	Delta Central
18	Udu	Otor-Udu	Delta Central
19	Ughelli North	Ughelli	Delta Central
20	Ughelli South	Otu-Jeremi	Delta Central
21	Ukwuani	Obiaruku	Delta North
22	Uvwie	Effurun	Delta Central
23	Warri North	Koko	Delta South
24	Warri South	Warri	Delta South
25	Warri South West	Ogbe-Ijoh	Delta South

*Official 2026 administrative directory for Delta State. Delta's 25 LGAs remain the backbone of the "M.O.R.E" developmental agenda under the current administration.

2026 Strategic Growth Centers

• Oshimili South (Asaba): As the state capital, it continues to evolve into a major tech and film hub (Delta Film Village). The 2026 focus is on the expansion of the Asaba International Airport cargo terminal.

• Warri South & Uvwie: These areas are the focus of the Julius Berger Flyover Projects, aimed at restoring the "Oil City" to its former glory.

• Ethiope East (Abraka): Hosts the main campus of Delta State University. In 2026, it is a key site for the "Student Innovation Grant" program under the M.O.R.E agenda.

• Warri North (Koko): Emerging as a maritime industrial zone due to the revitalization of the Koko Port and nearby Free Trade Zones.

Delta State Local Government FAQ

Who is the Governor of Delta State in 2026? Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori (PDP), who is leading the state through the implementation of the M.O.R.E Agenda.

Which is the largest LGA in Delta State? Ndokwa East and Warri South-West are among the largest in terms of land and riverine territory.

What is the M.O.R.E Agenda? It stands for Meaningful development, Opportunities for all, Realistic reforms, and Enhanced peace and security.