Former Delta State Governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, says the remarkable performance of his successor, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, after two years in office, has vindicated his decision to support him during the 2023 governorship election.
Okowa stated this in Asaba during a thank-you visit by the Ukodo Nation Forum, led by its National Convener, Olorogun Morrison Olori, who honoured him for his foresight in backing Oborevwori.
Praising the governor’s strides in infrastructure and governance, Okowa described Oborevwori as “a man who has brought brightness and renewed hope to Delta State.”
“You have started the politics of organising for your son early, and it’s very exciting to me,” Okowa said. “I want to thank all of you for starting this group, because it’s very important to our political future.”
The former governor noted that Oborevwori’s developmental achievements, particularly in infrastructure, had silenced his critics. “There are projects that cost quite a lot of money. If you’re coming from Ughelli down to Asaba, if it’s just that road alone, we thank God — it speaks volumes,” he added.
Okowa dismissed early criticisms of the governor as “class prejudice,” stressing that true leadership lies in passion for service.
He also commended President Bola Tinubu for boosting state revenues, saying it has allowed governors to deliver more projects. “We must thank Mr. President for engineering revenue generation so that states no longer cry like before,” he said.
Olorogun Olori, on his part, said the Forum honoured Okowa for “laying a trillion-dollar foundation for Delta State” by choosing Oborevwori, adding that the group would continue mobilising support for both Oborevwori and President Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.
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