Full List: Ex-PDP Chairman Solomon Arenyeka Emerges APC Delta Chairman As Oborevwori Drops 2027 Marching Order

Former PDP State Boss Makes Defection Complete as Governor Charges New Exco to Deliver “Total Victory” for Tinubu

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has elected Chief Solomon Arenyeka, a former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, as its new State Chairman, following a consensus State Congress held Tuesday at the Cenotaph in Asaba.

Arenyeka’s emergence marks the culmination of a major political realignment that began in April 2025, when he led thousands of his supporters across the state to defect from the PDP to the APC, citing the need to align Delta State with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu‘s renewed vision for Nigeria.

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Full List of New Delta APC Exco

Below is the complete list of executives elected at the state congress:

How It Happened

The congress was presided over by the State Congress Electoral Committee chaired by Engr. Vita Abba, who declared the new executive elected after delegates affirmed the consensus candidates.

“The affirmation process was conducted in line with the party’s constitution and guidelines,” Abba said.

Before the election, former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Victor Ochei, moved a motion for the dissolution of the outgone State Working Committee led by Elder Omeni Sobotie. The motion was seconded by Olorogun O’tega Emerhor and unanimously adopted by delegates.

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Oborevwori’s Marching Order: “Total Victory in 2027”

Addressing party faithful after the inauguration, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori charged the new executive to begin immediate preparations for what he termed “total victory” in the 2027 general elections.

“Our mission is unequivocal. We must secure victory at every level – the Presidency, the Senate, the House of Representatives, the Governorship and the State House of Assembly,” Oborevwori declared.

The governor expressed confidence that Delta APC would deliver massive votes for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all party candidates in the next electoral cycle.

He commended the peaceful conduct of congresses across the state’s 270 wards, 25 local government areas, describing it as a testament to the party’s internal democracy.

“There was no imposition. What we witnessed is broad consultation, agreement and inclusiveness. This structure belongs to all of us,” he stated.

From PDP Chairman to APC Chairman: Arenyeka’s Political Journey

Arenyeka’s emergence as APC State Chairman is significant given his political history. Until April 2025, he served as a prominent leader in the PDP, the party that has dominated Delta State politics for decades.

His defection, along with thousands of supporters across the state, was widely seen as a game-changer for APC’s fortunes in the traditionally PDP stronghold.

Political analysts note that placing a former opposition party chairman at the helm of the APC in Delta sends a strong signal about the party’s intent to compete seriously in 2027.

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Outgoing Chairman’s Charge: “Humility Over Ability”

Immediate past State Chairman, Elder Omeni Sobotie, urged the new leadership to lead with humility and collective purpose.

“In politics, what we have is not ‘I’ but ‘we.’ The interest of the people is more important than personal interests.”

“Ability may take a man to the top, but humility keeps him there.”

Sobotie expressed confidence that the APC in its present form was formidable enough to overwhelm any opposition in the state, pointing to the influx of defectors from other parties as evidence of growing strength.

Arenyeka’s Acceptance Speech: “We Have Heard the Marching Orders”

In his acceptance speech, the new Chairman acknowledged the historic nature of his emergence and the weight of responsibility placed on his shoulders.

“I am fully aware of the weight of this responsibility and do not take it lightly. We consider ourselves privileged to serve and we pledge to justify the confidence imposed in us.”

Arenyeka assured party members that the new executive would uphold:

• Hard work and integrity

• Transparency and teamwork

• Consensus-building and accountability

He paid tribute to Governor Oborevwori for what he described as “exemplary leadership and unifying disposition,” pledging that under his watch, Delta APC would become a model for other states.

“We have heard the marching orders from our leader. By God’s grace, we shall deliver all APC candidates in the 2027 elections.”

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What the Defection Means for Delta Politics

Arenyeka’s emergence as APC chairman after leaving the PDP has significant implications:

What’s Next for Delta APC

With the new executive in place, attention now shifts to:

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Reactions from Party Stakeholders

The congress drew party leaders and stakeholders from across the state and beyond, with a charged atmosphere of celebration and unity.

Political observers note that the peaceful transition and consensus-building approach positions Delta APC strongly for the electoral battles ahead. The presence of former PDP heavyweights in the new executive is expected to boost the party’s credibility in communities that have traditionally voted against APC.

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Key Takeaways

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Ejes Gist News Nigeria will continue to monitor developments in Delta APC as the party prepares for the 2027 general elections.

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