- As Delta APC Stakeholders Harp On Unity, E-Registration, Congress Preparedness
By Sunday Egede
Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State yesterday converged at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Asaba, for a high-level meeting that underscored unity, grassroots mobilisation and preparedness ahead of forthcoming party congresses.
Addressing leaders and members of the party, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori disclosed that leadership derives its legitimacy from the people and must be guided by humility, empathy and service.
He urged stakeholders to place collective interest above personal considerations, resist division and avoid unnecessary conflicts, noting that unity remains the party’s greatest strength.
The governor said meetings of the nature provide opportunities to review progress, strengthen structures and prepare for critical political milestones, adding that mobilisation, registration and participation would ultimately determine electoral outcomes.
While stressing the need for members of the party to deliver massive votes for President Bola Tinubu and all other elective positions in the 2027 elections, he said the number of votes they are able to deliver will determine their strength and what they are able to attract at the federal level.
On his part, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Chief Festus Keyamo (SAN), urged members to maintain focus as the party approaches key congresses, praising the progress recorded in the e-registration exercise and the party’s growing diversity.
Chief Keyamo who cautioned against rumours and delays, called for early engagement and consensus-building at the local level, even as he stressed the need for dialogue to reduce tension.
While emphasising transparency and immediate action, he said stability would be achieved through grassroots agreements and proactive leadership rather than waiting for directives alone.
Also speaking, the immediate past Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, thanked Governor Oborevwori for convening the meeting and described his visit to Government House after many years as a gesture of inclusiveness. He pledged to work in unity with Governor Oborevwori and other stakeholders to strengthen the APC for enhanced electoral fortunes.
Former Governor of Delta State, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, commended stakeholders for their unity and sustained engagement, urging intensified grassroots mobilisation to deepen e-registration by taking the exercise to homes and communities.
He emphasised inclusiveness, consensus and reconciliation in the conduct of congresses, praising the governor’s role in fostering harmony and urging leaders to return to their constituencies with renewed commitment.
National Publicity Secretary of the party, Mr. Felix Morka, lauded Governor Oborevwori’s leadership and the digitisation of the party’s membership register, recommending a consensus approach for the forthcoming congresses to avert crises.
Earlier in his welcome remarks, State APC Chairman, Elder Omeni Sobotie, said the party had recorded over 90 per cent realignment since April 2025, describing the gathering as evidence of growing unity and momentum.
On e-registration and congress preparations, Delta North APC Chairman, Ogbueshi Adizue Eluaka, noted that there is peace in the district but highlighted challenges with registration; Delta Central Chairman, Chief Paulinus Akpeki, reported progress with Okpe Local Government leading state-wide and appealed for restraint pending guidelines; while Delta South Chairman, Prince Austin Oribioye, urged the resolution of technical glitches to meet targets.
The State E-Registration Coordinator, Prince Fred Mordi, said Delta State was selected to host the South-South training, adding that the state has recorded impressive registration figures despite minor challenges, just as he expressed confidence in meeting targets before the deadline for the exercise.
In his goodwill message, Senator James Manager appealed for the zoning of the state party chairmanship to Delta South Senatorial District.
A minute of silence was observed in honour of the late Senator Peter Nwaoboshi who represented Delta North Senatorial District.
