Oborevwori Launches Workers’ Housing Scheme for Civil Servants

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has unveiled plans for a Workers’ Housing Scheme aimed at providing affordable homes for serving and retired civil servants in the state.

The announcement was made on Tuesday in Asaba during the Delta State Public Service Lecture, part of activities marking the 2026 International Public/Civil Service Week celebration.

Governor Oborevwori, represented by his deputy Monday Onyeme, said the initiative responds to long-standing demands by labour unions and workers’ associations for improved access to affordable housing.

According to him, the state government is working with the Ministry of Housing, the Delta State Mortgage Trust Bank, and private sector partners to design a phased and transparent housing programme tailored to workers’ needs.

He explained that the scheme would prioritise both serving officers and retirees, with flexible and salary-friendly payment arrangements to ease access to home ownership.

The governor also said the administration would strengthen existing welfare programmes, including housing and vehicle loan schemes, as part of broader efforts to improve workers’ living conditions.

“Housing is dignity, and dignity is part of results. Having spent your careers building Delta State, our workers deserve decent shelter for their families,” he said.

Speaking on the theme of the celebration, “Reforms, Resilience and Results,” Oborevwori described civil servants as the backbone of governance and key drivers of the M.O.R.E Agenda.

He commended public servants for their dedication and professionalism, noting that they remain central to policy implementation and service delivery across the state.

The governor added that his administration is implementing reforms to strengthen public institutions, improve transparency, and enhance efficiency across Ministries, Departments and Agencies.

He highlighted consistent payment of salaries and pensions as a major reform, stressing that workers perform best when their welfare and financial security are guaranteed.

Oborevwori also pointed to ongoing investments in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and rural development, describing civil servants as co-architects of the state’s progress through their roles in governance and project execution.

He reaffirmed commitment to digital transformation in the public service through e-governance expansion, records digitisation, and capacity-building programmes aimed at improving efficiency.

Earlier, guest lecturer Caroline Ajuyah commended the state government for its investments in infrastructure and technology, noting improvements in service delivery across MDAs.

The Head of Service, Mininim Oseji, also appreciated the governor for sustaining an enabling environment for the civil service, while reaffirming the administration’s commitment to workers’ welfare and professional development.