Delta Public Procurement Commission Honours Izeze with Due Process Award
The Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, has been honoured with the prestigious Due Process Award by the Delta State Public Procurement Commission for his outstanding commitment to transparency, accountability, and strict compliance with public procurement regulations in the state.
The award was presented to the commissioner on Wednesday during a two-day Public Procurement Enlightenment Workshop organised for members of the State Executive Council and other top government officials at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba.
Presenting the award, Chairman of the Delta State Public Procurement Commission, retired Assistant Inspector General of Police and legal practitioner, Barrister David Igbodo, described Izeze as “Mr. Due Process,” noting that he had distinguished himself through unwavering adherence to the provisions of the Delta State Public Procurement Law, 2020.
Igbodo said the commissioner was carefully selected for the honour because of his dedication to institutional excellence and his insistence on ensuring that procurement processes under his ministry strictly comply with established laws and regulations.
In his welcome address, the commission chairman said the workshop underscored the Delta State Government’s commitment to strengthening procurement governance through continuous capacity building and stakeholder engagement.
According to him, the workshop reflects the government’s unwavering commitment to institutional excellence, transparency, accountability, and strict compliance with the provisions of the procurement law.
He commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for providing the leadership required to entrench due process in governance, stressing that the administration had consistently demonstrated that compliance with procurement laws was not merely a legal obligation but a critical tool for achieving effective and responsible governance.
“Governor Oborevwori’s leadership has continued to give practical expression to the principles embodied in the procurement law,” Igbodo said.
He added that the administration’s commitment to due process had enabled the execution of high-quality projects that deliver value for money and stand the test of time.
According to him, the impressive progress recorded in implementing the MORE Agenda is closely tied to the administration’s insistence on ensuring that only qualified contractors execute public projects.
Responding after receiving the award, Comrade Izeze expressed gratitude to the Delta State Public Procurement Commission for the recognition and dedicated the honour to Governor Oborevwori and the people of Delta State.
The commissioner described the award as a reflection of the governor’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and prudent management of public resources, noting that the administration’s emphasis on due process has been instrumental in the successful delivery of quality infrastructure projects across the state.
He stated that every road, bridge, and urban renewal project executed under the Ministry of Works is guided by established procurement procedures designed to guarantee value for money and ensure public funds are utilised in the best interest of the people.
Izeze assured Deltans that the recognition would further motivate him and his team to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and compliance in the discharge of their duties.
“This award belongs first to His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, whose leadership has made due process a cornerstone of governance in Delta State. It also belongs to the good people of Delta State who have entrusted us with the responsibility of managing public resources for their benefit,” he said.
He reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and strict adherence to procurement laws, stressing that the goal remains the delivery of durable infrastructure that meets the aspirations of the people and supports the development objectives of the MORE Agenda.
“This recognition is not an endpoint but a challenge for us to do even more. We will remain committed to protecting the public interest, promoting value for money, and ensuring that government projects are executed in line with global best practices for the benefit of present and future generations of Deltans,” Izeze stated.
