…seek inclusion in governance

By Lawani Mikairu

No fewer than 235 registered Support Groups in Delta State have passed a vote of confidence on the leadership of the Executive Governor of Delta State, His Excellency Sheriff Oborevwori.

This is just as the groups have also reminded the governor to consider appointing leaders from the 235 registered support groups who have diligently served the party in thick and thin.

The plea was made in an official statement issued and signed by Hon. Prince Philip C. Igwenwanne secretary directorate of volunteer/ support group.

In the statement, the group stated that they are confident in the leadership of the governor, adding that, the Atiku/Sheriff Directorate of Volunteer/Support Groups PCMC has equally endorsed Rt Honorable Oborevwori for a second term.

With the speed of progress in Delta State and focused leadership of the Governor, the group has pledged to work closely with the state’s number one citizen and offer unwavering support.

In addition, all the support groups affirmed their absolute confidence in Sen Emmanuel Aguariavwodo, the Senior Political Adviser to the Delta State Governor.

They also expressed gratitude to key figures like Mrs. Nkem Okwuofu, Hon. Festus Agas, and Hon. Funkekem Solomon for their encouragement.

The support groups emphasise the unity and strength within their ranks and urge the governor governor to disregard rumors about loyalty and remain focused on driving progress.

It would be recalled that the 2023 Nigerian gubernatorial elections were held for state governors in 31 out of 36 Nigerian states.

All but three elections were held on 18 March—concurrent with elections to every state house of assembly, three weeks after the presidential election and National Assembly elections.

READ ALSO: Just in: Abure re-elected as LP National Chairman

During the election, the political support groups in Delta worked assidiously to ensure that the PDP came top in all the polls.

Some of the leaders of the support groups who drove the process at that time include :Hon. Prince Philip C. Igwenwanne, Atiku/Sheriff People’s Mandate support group, Hon Jeff Ezeagwu, Umu Anioma support group  Comr Tega Akponine Jp Advocates for Deltan way forum/foundation,Comr Chibuzor Agunwa, Delta Youth Coalition DYC, Barr Emma die, progressive initiatives support group, Mrs Blessing Okocha, Atiku for Good Governance, Comrade Taye Kenny Ukoruvi. Atiku support Organizations ASO.

Others are: Youth Advocate for good Governance; Delta South Integrated Forum; Alpha Ministers Prayer Forum International/Christian Community Platform (CCP); Mandate support Group; Move on Nigeria support Group; PDP Youth Restoration organization and Great Step U Association For Atiku/Sheriff/Onyeme.

Also included are: State Coordinator, Atiku / Okowa Ambassadors for 2023;  Coalition of Saraki Advocates; Youth Wing South South Chiefs and Elders Council International; Youth Grassroot Movement; Sakabolu Movement for Atiku/Okowa and Sheriff/Oyenme’23; Atiku/Okowa solidarity movement; Intelligent Initiative Support Group and Atiku Neighbor to Neighbor Group.

In addition are: Coastal and Waterways Communities of Nigeria; Elders and Youths Atikulated Peace of Nigeria; Face To Face Campaign Team For Sheriff/Onyeme 2023, Atiku/Okowa Villa 2023 Support Group; Delta My Pride Support Group; Young Democrats For Atiku; Delta Cultural Initiative Worldwide; Elders and Youths Atikulated Peace Makers of Nigeria; Coalition of Atiku Waziri Transformation Movement, Collabo Atiku/Sheriff Support Group amongst others.