Gov, Okowa Charge PDP, Aspirants On New Electoral Act





Delta State Governor, Dr.Ifeanyi Okowa, has charged members and aspirants of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to get informed with the new Electoral Act.


Governor Dr.Okowa gave the tasked while swearing-in the Senior Political Adviser and three Special Advisers in Asaba, Delta State.


The appointees are; Chief Funkekeme Solomon, Senior Political Adviser; Mr Austine Ayemidejor, Chief Emmanuel Onyeuku and Mr Darlington Ijeh as Special Advisers.

In Gov, Okowa expression; “let me enjoin all members of our party, the PDP, especially the aspirants, to get thoroughly acquainted with the new Electoral Act.

Stressing that “Going forward, we are under obligation to ensure that our utterances, conduct and actions are always guided by the provisions of the law.

However, “As a party, the PDP at both the national and state levels has never been stronger, more cohesive, and more united.

“As individuals or groups, we must shun anything that will weaken the new spirit in the PDP.

“If we do this, I can say without any fear of paradox that the PDP is poised to reign supreme, come 2023”.

The appointment of the SA’s would enable his administration attain the Stronger Delta mantra given the appointees wealth of knowledge.

He urged them to discharge their responsibilities in accordance with section 196 (Sub-section 1) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).

“This is crunching time, and a lot is expected from you in terms of sacrifice, dedication, and fidelity to the cause of a Stronger Delta standing on the tripod of Prosperity, Peace, and Progress.

“I urge you to make fairness and equity your watchwords in the discharge of your duties.

Indeed, it is my enthusiastic expectation that you will justify the confidence reposed in you by this appointment,” he said.

While congratulating the appointees, Okowa described their appointment as well deserved and necessary to bring in more professional hands.

According to Gov, Okowa, the appointees, have been part and parcel of our S.M.A.R.T, now Stronger Delta, vision, and have vindicated themselves as strategic thinkers, astute administrators, and capable leaders, important qualities required for the office,” 

Responding on behalf of the appointees, the Senior Political Adviser, Solomon, thanked God for the appointment and appreciated the governor for deeming them for the job.

He pledged their collective force and commitment to deliver on their duties to ensure that the people of the state got full benefit of their service.

The Delta State Deputy Gov. Kingsley Otuaro, the Speaker, State House of Assembly, Chief Sheriff Oborevwori, were among other dignitaries that attended the event.


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