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OPINION: A NEW DAWN FOR NEW DELTA AND ANIOMA STATEHOOD – Senator Ned Nwoko

CapitalTimesNews / 2 months
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With your courageous defection to the All Progressives Congress, a significant chapter in our nation’s political history is being rewritten. This moment is not just about shifting allegiances, it is about the bold possibilities now within reach. For the first time in decades, we have a real chance to restructure Nigeria’s federating units through constitutionally backed reforms that serve justice, equity, and true federalism. As Governor of Delta State, leading the charge among five PDP governors now aligning with the APC, you have stepped into a party reenergized and focused, a party that has already begun laying the groundwork for bold constitutional amendments. Chief among these is the creation of two new viable states: Anioma and New Delta. Let me remind you, this agenda was declared a done deal by the party leadership long before your defection, a testament to the APC’s commitment to correcting historical imbalances and ending regional marginalization. It now behoves on you to rise to this historic moment. The past must not be carried into the future. As scripture warns, “No one pours new wine into old wineskins.” Old habits, old politics, and the old deals that led to the gradual decline of the PDP in Delta must be left behind. Your defection must not be symbolic, it must be transformative. This is your opportunity to embrace a new sense of purpose and demonstrate renewed dedication to progressive governance, fairness, and inclusive development. It is time to write the wrongs of the past. Why This Moment Matters The creation of Anioma State will finally give voice, identity, and institutional power to the aspirations of Delta North. It is a long overdue recognition of a people who have sought parity with their kinsmen. The proposed New Delta will address the deep internal asymmetries within the current Delta State structure. It will empower neglected communities, bring government closer to the people, and unlock new paths for economic growth. For the first time, the APC is armed with the numbers to amend the constitution. This time, we can fulfill these promises without demanding painful tradeoffs from the South. We are not lobbying from a place of weakness, we are standing firmly in a position of strength. These changes are more than political. They are economic necessities. They are about focused governance, better infrastructure, increased federal allocation, and grassroots democracy. Two new states will mean two new engines of development. Realignment Must Mean Responsibility This is the golden hour for the South, and especially for Delta. Your move to the APC must be anchored in vision. Embrace the party’s progressive agenda. Lead the charge for constitutional reform. Leave behind the politics of survival and step into the politics of legacy. Your decision to align with the President and the Renewed Hope Agenda will ensure that New Delta State, and Anioma is not left behind , but instead benefits immensely from the vast opportunities available at the centre. Let us move forward, not cautiously, but courageously, with clarity and conviction. Thank you. Senator Prince Ned Munir Nwoko, Senator Representing Delta North, Chairman, Senate Adhoc Committee on Crude Oil Theft.

GOVERNOR OKPEBHOLO LAUNCHES 2027 RE-ELECTION CAMPAIGN FOR PRESIDENT TINUBU IN EDO STATE

CapitalTimesNews / 3 months
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2 min read

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced the commencement of campaigns for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. The disclosure was made in a statement by Chief Press Secretary Fred Itua, following the defection of Uhunmwonde State Constituency lawmaker, Hon. Kaycee Osamwonyi, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Itua reported that Governor Okpebholo received Osamwonyi, a member of the Edo State House of Assembly Committee on Budget and Appropriation, at the Government House in Benin City on Wednesday. The lawmaker was presented to the governor by APC Edo State Chairman Jarrett Tenebe, who described the defection as a testament to the ruling party’s growing influence. The governor commended Osamwonyi and four other recently defected lawmakers, assuring them of his administration’s commitment to fostering collaboration and development across the state. “Your coming is a plus for the party. A lot of people from other political parties are ready to join us, and soon there will be a carnival,” Okpebholo said. He emphasized ongoing efforts to revitalize Edo’s economy, stating, “We have to mobilize the youths in our state. I promise you will enjoy our party as you have chosen to join us.” Tenebe asserted that the APC now holds a majority in the Edo State House of Assembly, citing Governor Okpebholo’s “developmental strides” as a key factor in attracting defectors. Osamwonyi, in his remarks, attributed his decision to the PDP’s internal divisions and the governor’s performance. “The several projects captured in the budget for Uhunmwonde people are impressive. I had no choice but to join the party for the development of my people,” he said. Itua noted that the governor specifically highlighted plans to prioritize infrastructure and youth engagement in Uhunmwonde Local Government, vowing to “open the area for growth.” The statement concluded with Okpebholo reaffirming Edo’s readiness to support President Tinubu’s re-election bid, declaring, “We have kick-started our own campaigns for the president in 2027.” Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary, reiterated the administration’s focus on bipartisan cooperation, quoting the governor’s pledge to “create a conducive atmosphere for all to operate.” The defection ceremony marked the latest in a series of political realignments ahead of the 2027 elections.

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