Delta North Senate seat: Ned Nwoko battles Okowa

Politics Delta North Senate seat: Ned Nwoko battles Okowa Published on April 17, 2026 By Chris Johnson googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Ahead of the 2027 general election, it is going to be a tough battle in the Delta North Senatorial Zone. DAILY POST reports that three days ago, a former governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa announced his interest in the position. The senatorial district is currently being represented by Senator Ned Nwoko who has been working assiduously for the creation of Anioma State. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); Addressing journalists on Friday at the Asaba International Airport, Nwoko declared his intention to continue representing the people of the zone. Both of them are members of the All Progressives Congress, APC. However, whereas Nwoko has been a strong member of the broom party, Okowa joined alongside Delta State governor last year. Nwoko has been a key APC leader in the state prior to the governor’s defection. The Senator, accompanied by former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, pledged to work for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, expressing confidence in the President’s leadership and ongoing reforms at the national level. They were received at the airport by a large crowd of supporters, which he said was a demonstration of the strong bond between him and the people of Delta North. He further urged constituents to remain steadfast in their support for progressive governance, cautioning against a return to what he termed “old politics.” On the issue of Anioma State creation, Nwoko aligned himself with the position of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, noting that Akpabio’s stance represents the official position on the matter. Nwoko disclosed plans to upgrade the Federal College of Education, Asaba, into a federal university, describing the move as strategic to expanding access to higher education and fostering development in the region. Don't Miss ADC quagmire worsening’ – Presidency mocks Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, others You may like 2027: Okowa moves to unseat Ned Nwoko, declares interest in Delta North Senatorial seat 2027: Delta Gov Oborevwori hosts Uzodinma, Buni, Okowa, others Adamawa govt wins appeal against Ned Nwoko, avoids $35.6m payment Ned Nwoko reveals reason for arrest of Regina Daniels’ friend Ann Ned Nwoko reportedly arrests Regina Daniels’ best friend Ann over alleged theft Ned Nwoko alleges cyber harassment, vows action

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