"To receive the delegation" means to formally accept and welcome a group of people who have been chosen to represent an organization, government, or a specific purpose. Full definition
He spoke while receiving a delegation of the University of Lagos Alumni Association who paid him a courtesy visit. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)
According to a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mr. Laolu Akande, the Vice-President spoke while receiving a delegation from Batta and Bachamma communities in Adamawa State at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. (punchng.com)
According to a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu, the President gave the explanation while receiving a delegation of Women In Politics Forum at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. (ghanapoliticsonline.com)