THE Okpe Nation has described the triumph of one of their sons, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at the Supreme Court as a “victory for all Deltans, especially the Okpe Nation, the governor’s primary constituency.”
The Okpe Nation, in a statement issued in Lagos by the President General and General Secretary of Okpe Union Worldwide, Prof. O. Igho Natufe and Mr. Kingsley E. Akpederin, respectively, while stressing the recognition of Okpe as a distinct ethnic nationality in Delta State, saying: “With this Supreme Court affirmation, we are certain that you will be energised to midwife good governance, democratic practice and the rule of law in Delta State.”
It added: “Of particular interest to the Okpe Nation is the respect for the ruling by the Federal High Court on the Okpe Union Autonomy Case. We trust that you will use your good office to ensure that the rule of law is not trampled upon by any forces against any group or persons in any part of Delta State.”
The notable leaders of the Okpe Nation vowed to collaborate with Oborevwori in all fields for the growth and development of the state, including the Okpe Nation, noting: “As we stated in our congratulatory message at your governorship victory on March 18, 2023, be rest assured that we, the democratically-elected leadership of Okpe Union shall collaborate with you and your government in all fields for the growth and development of Delta State, including the Okpe Nation.
“One key area of our collaboration is to obtain your endorsement for the recognition of Okpe as a distinct ethnic nationality in Delta State.”
They also promised to submit a formal memorandum on the development of Delta State for the governor’s consideration, stating: “On behalf of the National Executive Council (NEC) of the Okpe Union worldwide, and of the Okpe Nation, we wholeheartedly congratulate you on your victory at the Supreme Court.
“We wish you God’s guidance and blessings in your administration of Delta State,” the statement added.
