Oborevwori Unveils Workers’ Housing Scheme

Determined to provide affordable housing for serving and retired civil servants, Delta State governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, plans to establish a Workers’ Housing Scheme.

The governor made the disclosure yesterday 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 his deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, the governor said the initiative was in response to the longstanding demand by labour unions and workers’ associations for affordable housing to address the accommodation challenges facing public servants.

According to him, the state government is already engaging the Ministry of Housing, the Delta State Mortgage Trust Bank and private sector partners to develop a phased and transparent housing scheme that will cater for the needs of workers.

He explained that the proposed scheme would prioritize serving officers and retirees, with flexible and salary-friendly payment arrangements.

He added that the administration would also strengthen existing staff welfare programmes, including housing and vehicle loan schemes.

The governor further disclosed that the Workers’ Owner-Occupier Housing Scheme would be revitalized through strategic partnerships with reputable real estate developers to ensure that workers have access to decent and affordable homes.

“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 the driving force behind the successful implementation of the administration’s M.O.R.E Agenda.

He commended public servants across the state for their dedication, professionalism and commitment to service delivery, noting that they remain the critical link between government policies and the people.

Earlier, the guest lecturer, Dr. Caroline Ajuyah, commended the state government for its investments in infrastructure and technology across Ministries, Departments and Agencies, noting that the initiatives had enhanced operational efficiency and service delivery.

In her remarks, the Head of Service, Dr. Mininim Oseji, expressed appreciation to Governor Oborevwori for creating an enabling environment for the civil and public service to thrive, while also acknowledging the administration’s continued support for workers’ welfare and professional development.