Delta State APC Holds Harmonious Local Government Congress, Elects New Executive by Consensus
By Sunday Apah
The Delta State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) successfully concluded its Local Government Area congress on Saturday across all 25 council areas.
The event proceeded peacefully and in an orderly manner, with new party executives unanimously elected through a consensus agreement.
The congress attracted a significant number of participants and was observed by representatives from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), various security agencies, party officials, and journalists.
Prior to the congress, the APC National Committee delegation for Delta State was welcomed at the party’s secretariat in Asaba by the State Chairman, Elder Omeni Sobotie.
He praised the committee for its effective management of the earlier ward congress and encouraged strict adherence to party guidelines during the LGA proceedings.
Speaking for the national committee, its Secretary, Hon. Simon Atigwe, assured members that their objective was to supervise a transparent and inclusive process aimed at bolstering party unity and internal cohesion.
After observing proceedings across the state’s three senatorial districts, Atigwe expressed his satisfaction with the high level of member participation and the disciplined conduct witnessed in all visited locations.
He described Delta as a significant state for the APC, highlighting the peaceful environment and robust security measures in place.
In Oshimili South Local Government Area, the Council Chairman, Dr. Kelvin Ezenyili, characterized the event as free of discord, noting that the executives were chosen through genuine consensus and affirmation.
Similar sentiments were echoed in Oshimili North at Akwukwu-Igbo, where party leaders such as Hon. Frank Esenwa and Chief Patrick Ukah praised the orderly conduct of the congress.
They viewed the substantial turnout as an indication of broad support for the consensus approach.
New executives were affirmed in various LGAs: In Uvwie, Sylvester Oghenewede was affirmed as Chairman, pledging to promote unity and reinforce the party framework.
In Isoko North, Mr. Sunday Omonakome was elected Chairman at the council secretariat in Ozoro.
In Isoko South, Mr. Victor Ekelega emerged as Chairman following an affirmative congress at Oleh Township Stadium.
In Ughelli North, Mr. Lucky Ofomukoro was affirmed as Chairman at Oharisi Primary School.
In Ughelli South, a new executive committee led by Mr. Ojay Edirin Ojigho was unanimously elected in Otu-Jeremi.
In Ika North-East, Mr. Emeka Asiwe was elected Chairman via a consensus process.
In Ethiope West, Mr. Clement Okorodide was affirmed as Chairman at Onogborhe Primary School, Ovade-Oghara.
In Ethiope East, Mr. Midwest Iboyitete was elected Chairman at the Government Pavilion in Isiokolo.
Prominent figures, including the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, Rt. Hon. Francis Ejiroghene Waive, member representing Ughelli North, Ughelli South, Udu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives; Olorogun John Unukebo Oguma, National Leader, Ughelli South LGA; Olorogun Sunday Onoriode, Director of Protocol, Government House; Hon. Festus Utuama, Member DTHA; commended the successful and peaceful conduct of the congress.
They urged members to remain united and focus on strengthening the party for future electoral endeavors, including the 2027 elections.
With the new executives now in place across the state, APC stakeholders in Delta have voiced strong optimism regarding the party’s continued unity, cohesion, and enhanced readiness for upcoming political contests.
