The push for the creation of Anioma State, spearheaded by Senator Ned Nwoko of Delta North Senatorial District, gained significant momentum over the weekend in Asaba, Delta State, with the emergence of a new pressure group, De Believers Organization. This group has pledged to drive the Anioma agenda forward.
The initiative, which traces its roots to a bill introduced by Senator Nwoko last year in the Senate, has already garnered support from over 200 socio-cultural and sectarian groups, including traditional institutions, youth organizations, faith-based groups, and civil society bodies across the nation.
During the inauguration of De Believers in Asaba, stakeholders from Delta North’s nine local government areas and various political affiliations reaffirmed their commitment to Senator Nwoko’s advocacy for the long-sought creation of Anioma State.
Hon. Nicholas Ossai Ossai, a former House of Representatives member and convener of De Believers, described the movement as the vanguard of Anioma State’s creation.
He lauded Senator Nwoko’s “patriotic and noble efforts” to reignite the 50-year-old agitation, calling Anioma’s establishment a “compelling historical aspiration” capable of driving social, economic, and political progress for the Anioma people.
In his remarks, High Chief Ugo Asibelue, head of Senator Nwoko’s senatorial office in Asaba, highlighted the senator’s unwavering commitment to the cause, citing the success of the Anioma Stakeholders Summit held last year.
At the maiden meeting of De Believers, various stakeholders called for unity and collaboration to ensure the dream of Anioma State becomes a reality.
They emphasized that the creation of new states, including Anioma, would promote equity, address regional imbalances, and tackle pressing issues such as insecurity, poverty, hunger, and unemployment.
The group commended Senator Nwoko for his visionary leadership and impactful representation, which has earned widespread support for the Anioma State creation project within and beyond Delta State.
