Oborevwori Appoints 11 New Permanent Secretaries In Delta Public Service Shake-Up

Governor Approves Key Appointments

GOVERNOR Sheriff Oborevwori has approved the appointment of 11 new Permanent Secretaries in the Delta State Public Service, in a move aimed at strengthening administrative leadership across government ministries.

The appointments were announced in an official government statement, marking a significant development in the state’s civil service structure.

List of Appointees

The newly appointed Permanent Secretaries include:

• Dr. Yinkore A. Paul
• Dr. Okwunze A.C
• Amadubogha Peters
• Nkenchor O.O.
• Akambe O.H
• Engr. Aghagba S.
• Ogbugo Victor Chike
• Ighoyota M. Rocky
• Itawansa Augustine A.
• Onobraekpeyan O. Edwin
• Nkemachor Lucky

The appointments are expected to bolster policy implementation and enhance efficiency within the public service.

Swearing-In Ceremony Scheduled

According to the announcement, the swearing-in ceremony will take place on Wednesday 13 May 2026, at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba.

Guests have been advised to be seated by 9:30 a.m., ahead of the official commencement at 10:00 a.m.

Strengthening Governance Structure

Permanent Secretaries serve as the highest-ranking civil servants in ministries, playing a crucial role in policy execution, continuity in governance, and administrative coordination.

The latest appointments underscore the state government’s ongoing efforts to reinforce institutional capacity and improve service delivery across sectors.