*Oborevwori Tasks New Exco On 2027 Victory
THE Delta State chapter of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has elected its executive, with former members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who joined the party last year, sweeping the top positions.
At the congress held at The Cenotaph in Asaba, the state capital, on Tuesday, March 3, Solomon Arenyeka, a former PDP chairman at the point of defection, emerged State Chairman by consensus.
Others elected include Moses Iduh, his former deputy, as Deputy Chairman; Efe Uko as State Secretary; Paulinus Akpeki (Delta Central Chairman); Emmanuel Amgbaduba (Delta South Chairman); Daniel Ossai (Delta North Chairman); Emmanuel Amgbaduba (Delta South Chairman); Emmanuel Egbabor (Organising Secretary); Valentine Onojeghuo (Publicity Secretary); Ifeyinwa Sobotie (Woman Leader); and Christopher Agali (Youth Leader), among others.
Chairman of the State Congress Electoral Committee, Vita Abba, said the affirmation process was conducted in line with the party’s constitution and guidelines.
Earlier, former speaker of the state House of Assembly, Victor Ochei, moved a motion for the dissolution of the former State Working Committee (SWC) to pave the way for the election of a new leadership, which was seconded by O’tega Emerhor and unanimously adopted by delegates.
Addressing party faithful, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori expressed gratitude to the former executive, led by Omeni Sobotie, for steering the party through what he described as a defining transition period following the political realignment of April last year.
Oborevwori stated: “I stand before you today filled with a deep sense of responsibility and brimming with optimism about the bright prospects of our great party. What began as a principled decision to align Delta State with the renewed vision of President Bola Tinubu has evolved into a powerful and unstoppable political movement.”
He commended the discipline, cooperation and resilience demonstrated by members across the state, describing the peaceful conduct of congresses in the 270 wards, 25 local government areas and the state as a testament to the APC’s internal democracy, adding: “There was no imposition. What we witnessed is broad consultation, agreement and inclusiveness. This structure belongs to all of us.”
Oborevwori charged the new SWC to begin immediate preparations for the party’s total victory in the 2027 general elections by prioritising regular meetings, strengthen grassroots engagement and intensify voter mobilisation efforts ahead of the polls.
He said: “Our mission is unequivocal: We must secure victory at every level, the presidency, senate, House of Representatives, governorship and the House of Assembly.”
The governor expressed confidence that APC in the state would deliver massive votes for Tinubu and all party candidates, even as he reiterated his administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability and performance, under the MORE Agenda.
In his remarks, Sobotie described the congress as the product of collective sacrifice and unity, noting: “In politics, what we have is not ‘I,’ but ‘we.’ The interest of the people is more important than personal interests.”
He charged the new executive to lead with humility, saying “ability may take a man to the top, but humility keeps him there.”
Sobotie enthused that APC in its present form was formidable and capable of overwhelming any opposition.
In his acceptance speech, Arenyeka thanked party leaders and members for the confidence reposed in him and members of the new SEC, noting: “I am fully aware of the weight of this responsibility and do not take it lightly.
“We consider ourselves privileged to serve and we pledge to justify the confidence imposed in us.”
Arenyeka assured that the new executive would uphold the values of hardwork, integrity, transparency and teamwork, while sustaining the tradition of consensus-building and accountability.
He commended Oborevwori for his exemplary leadership and unifying disposition, pledging that the party under his chairmanship would become a model for other states.
“We have heard the marching orders from our leader. By God’s grace, we shall deliver all APC candidates in the 2027 elections,” he assured.
The new SEC has formally been inaugurated.
