ASABA/Nigeria: Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has announced plans to establish a comprehensive Workers’ Housing Scheme to provide affordable homes for serving and retired civil servants across the state.
The governor disclosed this on Tuesday in Asaba during the Delta State Public Service Lecture held as part of activities marking the 2026 International Public/Civil Service Week celebration.
Represented by the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, Oborevwori said the initiative was designed to address the housing challenges facing public servants and respond to longstanding demands by labour unions and workers’ associations for affordable accommodation.
He revealed that the state government had commenced consultations with the Ministry of Housing, the Delta State Mortgage Trust Bank and private sector stakeholders to develop a transparent and phased housing programme tailored to the needs of workers.
According to him, the proposed scheme will prioritise serving officers and retirees and provide flexible payment plans that are compatible with workers’ salary structures.
The governor also disclosed plans to strengthen existing staff welfare programmes, including housing and vehicle loan schemes, as part of efforts to improve the living conditions of workers.
He further announced that the Workers’ Owner-Occupier Housing Scheme would be revitalised through strategic partnerships with reputable real estate developers to expand access to decent and affordable housing.
“Housing is dignity, and dignity is part of results. Having spent your careers building Delta State, our workers deserve decent shelter for their families,” the governor stated.
Speaking on the theme of the celebration, “Reforms, Resilience and Results,” Oborevwori described civil servants as the backbone of governance and a critical force in the implementation of the administration’s M.O.R.E. Agenda.
He commended workers across the state for their dedication, professionalism and commitment to public service, noting that they serve as the vital link between government policies and the people.
The governor said his administration had sustained reforms aimed at strengthening public institutions, promoting transparency and accountability, and improving service delivery across Ministries, Departments and Agencies.
He identified the prompt payment of salaries and pensions as one of the administration’s major achievements, stressing that workers perform optimally when their welfare and financial security are guaranteed.
Oborevwori also highlighted ongoing investments in infrastructure, healthcare, education and rural development, describing civil servants as co-drivers of the state’s development agenda through their roles in planning, supervision and implementation of government projects.
He reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to digitalising the public service through the expansion of e-governance platforms, digitisation of records and continuous capacity-building programmes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
The governor urged public servants to uphold the values of integrity, honesty, professionalism, impartiality and dedication to duty, stressing that these virtues remain essential for effective governance and sustainable development.
Earlier, guest lecturer, Dr. Caroline Ajuyah, praised the Delta State Government for its investments in infrastructure and technology across Ministries, Departments and Agencies, noting that the initiatives had significantly improved operational efficiency and service delivery.
In her remarks, the Head of Service, Dr. (Mrs.) Mininim Oseji, commended Governor Oborevwori for fostering an enabling environment for the public service to thrive and for his continued commitment to workers’ welfare, capacity development and professional growth.
