The Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads and Public Information), Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has accused the former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, of resorting to mudslinging against Governor Sheriff Oborevwori in a bid to secure cheap media publicity ahead of the upcoming 2027 general elections.
Speaking on Sunday during an interview on Arise News’ program, The Morning Show, Mr. Aniagwu stated that Senator Omo-Agege’s decision to direct allegations against the governor—rather than introducing his policy agenda and manifesto to the electorate of the Delta Central Senatorial District—clearly demonstrates a lack of a compelling campaign message.
Clarifying the political dynamics of the forthcoming electoral cycle, Mr. Aniagwu pointed out that Senator Omo-Agege and Governor Oborevwori are not competing for the same position. He stressed that while Governor Oborevwori is seeking re-election as the state governor, Senator Omo-Agege is running for the Delta Central senatorial seat.
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Lack of a Compelling Campaign Manifesto
Elaborating during the live broadcast, Mr. Aniagwu noted:
“What we have observed is that a number of these persons, particularly Senator Omo-Agege, don’t seem to have anything to campaign against Governor Oborevwori.”
The commissioner questioned the logic of Senator Omo-Agege’s political messaging on the opening day of his campaign, criticizing his decision to target an official who is not on the same ballot.
“If you are starting your campaign on the first day, instead of telling the people what you want to do to be able to win the Delta Central senatorial seat, you are alleging that somebody who is not on the same ballot with you is thinking of eliminating you,” Mr. Aniagwu said.
He further highlighted the distinction between both political contests and platforms, stating:
“Oborevwori is seeking re-election, particularly as a governor who has performed in his first tenure. Senator Omo-Agege, on another political platform, is seeking to return to the Senate to represent Delta Central. They are on different ballots. The election is not even on the same day.”
Dismissal of Threat Allegations and Focus on Security
Mr. Aniagwu firmly rejected allegations that Governor Oborevwori had threatened Senator Omo-Agege, describing the assertions as completely inconsistent with the governor’s character and leadership track record in the state.
“That is not the kind of governor we have. Our governor does not go into making threats. If you look at the last three and a half years in Delta, you could see the amount of tranquillity, safety and security that we have in the state,” he said.
The commissioner asserted that Senator Omo-Agege’s repeated public references to Governor Oborevwori are primarily driven by a desire to gain media coverage, suggesting that the former senator might otherwise struggle to remain prominent in news reports.
“He knows that if he didn’t go that route, you may not remember to mention his name, because other persons will stand on either their previous records or the new records they want to bring to bear,” Mr. Aniagwu explained.
He emphasized that the Oborevwori administration will not allow itself to be drawn into a political mud fight, maintaining that its strategy for the 2027 elections will be grounded entirely in its record of concrete achievements across Delta State.
“Our campaign ahead of the 2027 general elections is going to be evidence-based. We will be showcasing what we have done, what constitutes our report card. If you like, call it milestones,” Mr. Aniagwu stated.
“In each of the communities, in each of the local governments, including where our brother, Senator Omo-Agege, is from, we will say what we are doing.”
Infrastructure Development Across Political Divides
To demonstrate the current administration’s non-partisan approach to governance, Mr. Aniagwu cited active infrastructure projects being executed in Senator Omo-Agege’s home locality as proof of Governor Oborevwori’s commitment to equitable development across Delta State, regardless of political affiliations.
He highlighted the ongoing construction of the Emevor-Orogun Road, a 15.7-kilometre stretch designed to connect several rural communities, noting that over eight kilometres have already been completed across its initial phases.
“Good enough, I’m also privileged to be supervising the construction of roads linking a whole number of rural communities across the 25 local government areas,” the commissioner said.
“As we speak, we are constructing a road that is heading to Omo-Agege’s community in Orogun, starting from a place called Emevor-Orogun. It is a 15.7-kilometre stretch. We have already completed 8-point-something kilometres of that stretch, which is Emevor-Orogun Road Phase I and Phase II. In Phase III, by the grace of God, we are progressing in that direction,” he added.
Mr. Aniagwu emphasized that the governor’s developmental framework is not influenced by political considerations, but by a focused commitment to improving the living standards of all residents in Delta State.
He noted that Governor Oborevwori remains committed to delivering infrastructure and critical projects directly to communities, including areas considered political strongholds of opposition leaders.
“The governor is not looking at whether the man is speaking German or speaking Japanese. The governor is interested in the development that will touch his people,” Mr. Aniagwu affirmed.
The commissioner assured that the state administration will remain steadfastly focused on its developmental goals and allow its actual performance to speak for itself, rather than giving attention to personal attacks or political distractions ahead of the 2027 general elections.
