Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has disclosed that he earns a monthly salary of N503,000, while Permanent Secretaries in the state receive N900,000. The governor made the revelation on Thursday, August 20, while speaking in Asaba, the state capital.
Governor Explains Salary Disparity
Oborevwori explained that the salaries of Permanent Secretaries were increased after they complained that some directors were earning almost the same amount as them. According to the governor, the adjustment was made to address the concerns raised by the Permanent Secretaries regarding pay equity within the state's civil service.
“When the Permanent Secretaries said most of the Directors are receiving almost the same thing with them, we increased their money. Today, Permanent Secretaries… Your salary is 900, my salary is 503,000, Governor’s salary. Head of Service is one million. It’s clear. So, you know some of them don’t want their husbands to know how much they are receiving,” Oborevwori said.
Details of the Salary Structure
The governor's disclosure highlights the salary structure within the Delta State government, with the Head of Service earning the highest at N1,000,000 monthly. The Permanent Secretaries, following the increase, now earn N900,000, which is significantly higher than the governor's own salary of N503,000. This revelation came during a public engagement in Asaba, where the governor addressed the issue of salary disparities and the rationale behind the adjustments.
Oborevwori's remarks also touched on the personal implications of the salary structure, noting that some Permanent Secretaries may prefer not to disclose their earnings to their spouses. The governor's comments underscore the ongoing discussions about remuneration and transparency within the state's public service.
Impact on Public Perception
The disclosure of the salary figures has sparked discussions about the compensation of public officials in Delta State, particularly the disparity between the governor's salary and that of Permanent Secretaries. The governor's statement provides clarity on the state's salary policy and the steps taken to address concerns raised by senior civil servants. The adjustment ensures that Permanent Secretaries receive a salary that reflects their responsibilities, while the governor's own salary remains at N503,000.
