Ogheneruona Tejiri, Asaba
Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State has been commended over his administration’s prompt payment of the October monthly stipends for widows in Delta State under Widows Welfare Scheme.
In a society where widowhood often extends beyond grief to harsh economic realities, the timely support from government offers not just relief but renewed hope for thousands of vulnerable women who struggle with emotional loss and financial uncertainty.
According to Chief Isioma Okonta, Delta State Coordinator of the Widows Welfare Scheme, Governor Oborevwori is a compassionate and an exemplary leader in all ramifications with a heart of gold.
Chief Okonta disclosed that payments to the 10,000 verified widows enrolled in the scheme were made directly into their bank accounts on 19th, 20th, and 21st of October, 2025 in line with the Governor’s directive.
He described the Governor’s consistency in releasing the monthly stipends as “highly commendable,” noting that the initiative continues to put smiles on the faces of disadvantaged Deltans, particularly widows who had undergone thorough verification before enrollment.
Chief Okonta also revealed that, with the full enrollment of the 10,000 widows now completed as mandated by the Governor, the Free Health Care Service Registration, equally approved by Governor Oborevwori, is nearing completion.
He said that the registration has been ongoing and will provide additional relief and medical security to the widows.
In an outpouring of gratitude, many of the beneficiaries offered prayers for Governor Oborevwori, asking God to strengthen him and grant him the grace to continue his good works for the people of Delta State and Nigeria at large.
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