Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has called on civil servants to accelerate the delivery of public services as part of the state’s commitment to achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
He made the appeal on Monday during a public lecture in Asaba, marking the 2025 Civil Service Week. The event, organised by the Office of the Head of Service, was themed “Five Years to 2030: Accelerating Public Service Delivery for a Sustainable Future.”
The governor emphasised the crucial role of civil servants in advancing the global SDG agenda and improving developmental outcomes in the state.
He stressed the need to strengthen institutional capacity, apply evidence-based strategies, and foster accountability as tools to drive sustainable growth. Under his administration’s M.O.R.E Agenda, he said, Delta is reforming the civil service through targeted human capital development.
“We are investing in new skills, modern practices, and behavioural change to ensure that our workforce is prepared to meet present and future challenges,” he stated.
Oborevwori reaffirmed his government’s commitment to workers’ welfare, noting that improving their livelihoods remains a top priority. He cited Delta’s early adoption of the new minimum wage and a special dinner held in honour of civil servants as evidence of the administration’s appreciation.
“I urge every public servant to reciprocate this commitment with greater loyalty, dedication, and focus on delivering government objectives,” he said.
He added that the lecture’s theme highlighted the strategic importance of the civil service in delivering lasting change. “With the right leadership, tools, and mindset, Delta can not only meet but exceed the 2030 targets,” he asserted.
Also speaking at the event, the Head of Service, Dr. Mininim Oseji, outlined the activities for the 2025 Civil Service Week, which include a broadcast, Jumat service, online quiz, public lecture, golf tournament, and thanksgiving service.
She reported notable progress in civil service reforms, revealing that a 20-point agenda aligned with the M.O.R.E Agenda is nearing completion. Efforts are also underway to reintroduce a 10 per cent internally generated revenue plough-back to revenue-generating MDAs.
Dr. Oseji further noted that digitisation, performance monitoring, and improved training systems have been introduced to modernise public administration. These reforms, she said, aim to promote transparency, strengthen security, and make Delta State more attractive to foreign investors.
