Oborevwori Sets Up Panel To Verify Political Appointees
Strengthening Governance Through Verification
THE Delta State Government has initiated a comprehensive verification exercise targeting all political appointees across the state. The move, approved by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, is aimed at reinforcing accountability, improving administrative accuracy, and ensuring that only duly appointed individuals remain on official records.
Committee Mandated to Conduct Exercise
A five-member committee chaired by Dr. Odinigwe Odigwe has been tasked with conducting the screening. The panel will verify the physical presence and appointment status of political appointees and prepare a detailed report.
The verification panel is composed of seasoned officials, including:
– Dr. Odinigwe Odigwe, Hon. Commissioner, Ministry of Science & Technology (Chairman);
– Chief Onoriode Sunday, State Director of Protocol, Office of the Governor (Member);
– Mr. Oghoro Augustine Ede, Executive Assistant on Public Service Matters, Office of the Governor (Member);
– Mrs. Athora Roseline, Deputy Director/Accounts, Office of the Accountant General (Member)
and Mr. Felix Irevwi, Deputy Director/Administration, Office of the Secretary to the State Government (Secretary).
Why the Exercise Matters
Officials explained that changes in status such as death, relocation, or resignation are sometimes not promptly communicated, leading to inaccuracies in government records. The verification exercise seeks to correct such anomalies.
Statewide Coverage and Timeline
The exercise runs from 28 January to 26 February, covering all federal constituencies and LGAs. Each constituency has been assigned specific dates to ensure orderly participation.
The screening exercise is scheduled to span 21 days, covering various federal constituencies and local government areas as follows:
– 28 January 2026 (Wednesday) – Oshimili/Aniocha Federal Constituency (Oshimili North & Oshimili South LGAs);
– 29 January 2026 (Thursday) – Oshimili/Aniocha Federal Constituency (Aniocha South & Aniocha North LGAs);
– 4 February 2026 (Wednesday) – Ika Federal Constituency (South Ika & Ika North East LGAs);
– 5 February 2026 (Thursday) – Ndokwa & Ukuani Federal Constituency (Ndokwa West, Ndokwa East & Ukuani LGAs);
– 11 February 2026 (Wednesday) – Isoko Federal Constituency (Isoko South & Isoko North LGAs);
– 12 February 2026 (Thursday) – Ughelli/Udu Federal Constituency (Udu, Ughelli North & Ughelli South LGAs);
– 18 February 2026 (Wednesday) – Ethiope Federal Constituency (Ethiope East & Ethiope West LGAs);
– 19 February 2026 (Thursday) – Okpe, Sapele & Uvwie Federal Constituency (Okpe, Sapele & Uvwie LGAs);
– 25 February 2026 (Wednesday) – Warri Federal Constituency (Warri North, Warri South & Warri South West LGAs);
– 26 February 2026 (Thursday) – Burutu/Patani Federal Constituency (Burutu, Patani & Bomadi LGAs).
Venue and Participation Requirements
All appointees are required to appear in person at the Government House Press Centre, Asaba. Non-compliance may attract administrative sanctions.
Commitment to Transparency
The government stressed that the exercise reflects its commitment to transparency, fiscal responsibility, and good governance. Political appointees were urged to cooperate fully and make use of the provided contact lines 09037437233 or 08037785862 for clarification.
