OPEN LETTER
TO HIS EXCELLENCY, RT HON SHERIFF OBOREVWORI, EXECUTIVE GOVERNOR OF DELTA STATE
TITLE: Give Executive Order to the Value Charter Policy of the State Orientation Bureau to Amplify the Renewed Hope for MORE Agenda
Your Excellency,
With the deepest sense of respect and civic responsibility, I, Comrade Wilson Macaulay on behalf of The Socioeconomic Network For Good Governance,( SONGG) a conglomeration of concerned citizens and development-minded stakeholders in Delta State, humbly write to draw your distinguished attention to a transformative governance initiative—the Value Charter—as unveiled by the Director-General of the Delta State Orientation and Communication Bureau, Dr. Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe.
Your Excellency, leadership in the 21st century is measured not only by infrastructural development and economic indices, but also by the trust, inclusivity, and value systems that underpin governance. The Value Charter
Policy represents a groundbreaking opportunity to institutionalize a people-centered governance culture, closing the persistent gaps between political appointees and the grassroots, while reinforcing the ethical foundation of public service in line with your celebrated MORE Agenda—Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security.
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Why the Value Charter Deserves an Executive Order
1. Bridging Governance Gaps
For decades, the distance—both literal and figurative—between public office holders and ordinary citizens has undermined participatory governance in our state. The Value Charter is designed to dissolve that distance, making governance more accessible, relatable, and accountable.
2. Institutionalizing Ethical Leadership
Your MORE Agenda already embodies the principles of service, fairness, and inclusivity. By giving the Value Charter Executive Order backing, you ensure that these values are not left to political goodwill alone, but are embedded as a standing governance ethic for current and future administrations.
3. Restoring Trust and Transparency
Public trust is the lifeblood of stable governance. The Value Charter seeks to foster this trust by demanding responsiveness, open communication, and consistent engagement from all political appointees and elected officials.
4. A Strategic Communication Asset
In an era where misinformation can erode public confidence, this initiative will serve as a direct communication bridge, amplifying government’s voice, correcting misconceptions, and showcasing the genuine progress of your administration.
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Proposed Structure for Implementation
Statewide Orientation Drive: The State Government should adequately Mobilize the Orientation Bureau to host town hall meetings in all 25 LGAs to present the Value Charter Policy and engage directly with citizens in an Executive dimension
Performance Metrics:
Integrate measurable citizen feedback systems into the program to assess responsiveness of political appointees.
Ethical Leadership Training: Mandate quarterly capacity-building workshops for public officers on value-based governance.
Grassroots Communication Cells: Establish community liaison units under the Bureau to ensure continuous, two-way communication between government and citizens.
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Your Excellency’s Strategic Role
By issuing an Executive Order institutionalizing the Value Charter Policy you would:
Give it Legal and Administrative Force—ensuring uniform adoption across Ministries, Departments, Agencies, and Local Governments.
Set a National Precedent—positioning Delta State as the model for value-based, inclusive governance in Nigeria.
Amplify the Renewed Hope Narrative—aligning seamlessly with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, thereby attracting federal goodwill and support for Delta State.
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Conclusion
Your Excellency, the Value Charter is more than a policy—it is a governance philosophy that embodies the heartbeat of the MORE Agenda. By granting it the weight of an Executive Order, you will not only secure its immediate impact but enshrine its legacy in the political culture of Delta State. This bold move will be remembered as one of the most strategic and people-centered decisions of your tenure.
In the spirit of progress, transparency, and inclusive leadership, we urge you to seize this moment to cement Delta State’s reputation as a beacon of responsive governance in Nigeria.
May your administration continue to be marked by wisdom, courage, and the unwavering commitment to the prosperity of all Deltans.
Long Live Delta State!
Long Live the Federal Republic of Nigeria!
Thank you and God bless
Your’s Respectfully,
Comrade Wilson Macaulay
Journalist, Public Affairs Commentator,
General Secretary Socioeconomic Network For Good Governance SONGG
Concerned Citizens / Stakeholder, Delta State 08030886420
