Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has signed five bills into law, including the 13th Month Salary Law, 2026. The law aims to improve workers' welfare, strengthen the judiciary, protect property rights, and reform tax administration. Oborevwori signed the bills at the Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Asaba, on Wednesday. He described the development as part of his administration's commitment to reforms under the MORE Agenda.
The 13th Month Salary Law is expected to boost workers' morale, reward their contributions, and improve productivity. The governor said the laws would strengthen public institutions, improve service delivery, and promote economic development. He also signed amendments increasing the number of High Court judges from 46 to 50 and Customary Court of Appeal judges from nine to 12 to improve justice delivery.
The Public and Private Properties Protection Amendment Law is expected to strengthen safeguards against the unlawful occupation and destruction of properties. Similarly, the Delta State Revenue Service Consolidated Law, 2026, is designed to harmonize tax administration, curb multiple taxation, and promote investment. Oborevwori commended the state House of Assembly and urged relevant agencies to ensure effective implementation of the laws.
Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Emomotimi Guwor, presented the bills, saying they would strengthen governance, improve justice delivery, and protect investments. Guwor said the 13th Month Salary Law provides for the benefit for eligible public servants, while the judicial amendments would enhance court efficiency and the property protection law would safeguard public and private assets.
The outgoing Delta State Head of Service, Dr. Mininim Oseji, described the 13th Month Salary Law as a boost to workers' welfare and family wellbeing. She said the policy would stimulate business activities and thanked Oborevwori for the initiative, describing it as a welcome development for workers and residents of the state.
The signing ceremony was witnessed by the Chief Judge of Delta State, Justice Tessy Diai, represented by Justice Briki Okolosi; the President of the Customary Court of Appeal, represented by Justice Tracy Uriah; the Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly, Arthur Akpowowo; principal officers of the Assembly; the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice; the Secretary to the State Government; commissioners and other senior government officials.
Oborevwori's administration has prioritized policies that improve people's lives, going beyond infrastructure development. The governor's MORE Agenda focuses on reforms that strengthen public institutions and promote economic growth. Key stakeholders have welcomed the new laws, expressing optimism that they will have a positive impact on the state's development.
Key points
- Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has signed the 13th Month Salary Law, 2026, to improve workers' welfare and boost morale.
- The new laws aim to strengthen public institutions, improve service delivery, and promote economic development in Delta State.
- The 13th Month Salary Law provides for benefits for eligible public servants, enhancing their welfare and family wellbeing.
