Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Oborevwori, has authorized the payment of all long-overdue promotion arrears to civil servants in the state with effect from August 2023.
The governor’s approval was communicated through a circular Ref No. HOS/41/7/16 dated July 5th, 2023 and signed by the Head of Service, Mr. Reginald Bayoko, in Asaba.
The Governor stated that the approval was in fulfilment of his electioneering campaign promise to pay all outstanding promotion arrears of civil servants.
Mr. Bayoko revealed that the phased payment would commence in August 2023, starting with civil servants in the Ministries. Subsequently, staff in the Judiciary, Parastatals, and Hospitals Management Board (HMB) will receive their payments in September 2023.
“Governor Oborevwori has approved a specific payment schedule, wherein the promotion arrears for staff in Higher Institutions within the state and the Post Primary Education Board (PPEB) will be disbursed in October and November 2023, respectively.”
“Emphasizing that this payment approval serves as a testament to the Governor’s unwavering dedication to the growth and productivity of the Public Service in the state, the Head of Service stressed the significance of public servants’ continued hard work and commitment to their duties.
“This payment serves as a clarion call for commitment, cooperation, and support towards His Excellency’s vision of a productive and thriving Public Service. Therefore, we implore all staff members to maintain the dedication and hard work that have always been the hallmark of the Public Service,” stated Bayoko.
He further highlighted the critical importance of promptly processing subsequent updates for eligible officers within three months of receiving relevant letters, urging Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to prioritize these matters.
Mr. Bayoko thanked the immediate past Governor of the State, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, whom he said had earlier approved the payments in principle.
