By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr
The Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has said that the achievements recorded by his administration under the MORE Agenda are a testament to God’s grace and the unwavering commitment of civil servants who continue to drive governance and development across the state.
The Governor made the declaration on Sunday during the Inter-Denominational Thanksgiving Service held at the Church of God Mission International, Asaba, to mark the climax of activities for the 2026 Civil Service Week celebration.
Represented by the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, Governor Oborevwori said the thanksgiving service was an opportunity to collectively appreciate God for His faithfulness, guidance and blessings upon the state and its workforce.
He noted that while government policies and programmes contribute to development, ultimate success comes from God, whose grace has sustained the administration and enabled it to deliver meaningful results for Deltans.
Quoting Psalm 100:4, he said the gathering was in fulfillment of the biblical injunction to “enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise,” adding that every milestone achieved by the government should be attributed to divine favour.
The Governor paid glowing tribute to civil servants, describing them as the backbone of government operations whose diligence, professionalism and commitment often go unnoticed but remain critical to the progress of the state.
According to him, the impact of their work is visible in the successes recorded across various sectors, stressing that no administration can achieve its objectives without an efficient and dedicated public service.
He further reminded workers that public office is a sacred trust that requires integrity, accountability, diligence and selfless service to the people.
Governor Oborevwori urged civil servants to remain focused on the ideals of good governance and continue to place public interest above personal considerations.
He assured workers of his administration’s continued commitment to their welfare, capacity building and institutional reforms aimed at creating a more responsive and result-oriented public service.
The Governor also acknowledged the role of religious leaders in promoting peace and moral values in society, thanking them for their prayers and support for the government and the state.
He appealed for sustained prayers for wisdom for leaders, unity among citizens and continued peace and prosperity in Delta State.
Earlier, the Head of Service, Dr. Mininim Oseji, said the 2026 Civil Service Week theme, “Reforms, Resilience and Results,” reflects the vision of the state government to build a modern, innovative and sustainable public service.
She explained that the ongoing reforms are focused on changing the mindset of workers and helping them appreciate the strategic role they play in governance and national development.
According to her, the civil service must move beyond routine administration and embrace innovation, initiative and ownership of responsibilities.
Dr. Oseji stressed that every officer, irrespective of rank or position, occupies a space that is crucial to the success of government and should therefore approach assigned duties with dedication and a sense of purpose.
She disclosed that her office has continued to engage Ministries, Departments and Agencies through mentoring, guidance and institutional support aimed at improving productivity and service delivery.
The Head of Service observed that many government agencies possess untapped potential and resources that can be harnessed to achieve better outcomes without necessarily requiring additional funding.
She particularly emphasized the importance of monitoring and evaluation, data management and performance assessment as tools for improving governance and measuring impact.
On resilience, she urged public servants not to be discouraged by challenges but to remain committed to achieving measurable and sustainable results.
According to her, the ultimate objective is to build a civil service that not only delivers results today but also equips future generations with the knowledge, values and skills needed to sustain progress.
Delivering the sermon, Rev. Dr. Eric Nwachukwu encouraged Christians to remain steadfast in faith regardless of circumstances.
He reminded worshippers that God’s goodness remains constant even during difficult times and urged them not to allow temporary challenges to weaken their trust in God.
The cleric emphasized that God works through every situation for the benefit of His children, calling on believers to focus on His promises rather than their problems.
The thanksgiving service attracted top government officials, political appointees, permanent secretaries, directors and civil servants from across the state.
Among those in attendance were representatives of the Delta State House of Assembly leadership, senior government functionaries, serving and retired permanent secretaries as well as members of the clergy.
The service marked a fitting conclusion to the 2026 Civil Service Week celebration, a week dedicated to reflecting on the role of public servants in governance and reaffirming the values of integrity, resilience, professionalism and excellence in service delivery.
This version reads more like a front-page newspaper feature and places greater emphasis on the Governor’s message, the civil service reforms, and the significance of the thanksgiving service.
