BY AUSTIN OYIBODE
In a powerful endorsement that signals rising momentum behind Senator Ned Nwoko’s political trajectory, Chief Emma Ejiofor, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has lauded the Senator as a visionary leader whose recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC marks a turning point for progressive politics in Delta State.
Speaking in an exclusive interview, Chief Ejiofor commended Senator Nwoko’s transformational approach to governance, describing him as a rare breed of politician driven by legacy, not immediate political reward.
“Nwoko is not like any other politician. He is pragmatic. He is a visionary leader. He does things that will outlive him,” Ejiofor stated. “His loyalty is to the people, not just the system.”
Senator Nwoko’s move to the APC has been met with widespread enthusiasm, particularly among party loyalists in Delta North.
Chief Ejiofor highlighted the lawmaker’s quiet but strategic role in influencing national projects, notably the inclusion of the N28 billion Oko-Patani Road Project in the federal budget.
He further pointed to the Okpa Power Plant initiative as another example of Nwoko’s focus on long-term development.
> “That road alone will change the economy of the region,” he said. “Add the power plant, and you’re looking at life-changing infrastructure.”
Ejiofor contrasted Nwoko’s style with what he called “transactional politics,” where some leaders prioritize titles and personal gain over meaningful impact.
“Some people just wanted him to go there and answer a name. But Ned went to the Senate to organize his people, attract development, and give us a voice at the federal level.”
He also challenged other lawmakers in Delta, at both state and national levels, to unite and develop a regional roadmap to avoid duplication and maximize resources for the common good.
> “We need a coordinated plan. Let our lawmakers sit together, state and federal and say: this is our roadmap. This is how we move Anioma forward.”
Dismissing Nwoko’s critics as being resistant to change, Ejiofor stressed that his support for the senator is based on principle, not personal benefit.
“I’ve never touched his one Naira. People are against him because he is doing what they couldn’t do. He’s not interested in sharing money, he’s interested in building legacies.”
Ejiofor crowned his remarks by referring to Senator Nwoko as “Odogwu Anioma”, a title symbolizing strength, courage, and leadership.
In a striking comparison, he likened the senator’s advanced thinking to artificial intelligence.
“People are talking about AI. Ned is AI. He’s too advanced for the kind of thinking most of us are used to. Anioma State is not just an idea, it’s a done deal.”
With influential figures like Chief Ejiofor championing his vision, Senator Nwoko’s entrance into the APC appears poised to reshape political discourse and development priorities across Delta State.
