The ancient town of Ogbe-Ijoh in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State was transformed into a massive political arena on Tuesday as the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign train arrived, attracting an unprecedented crowd of party faithful, political leaders and supporters in a carnival-like atmosphere.
The rally, which brought together prominent political figures, women, youths and various political support groups from across the state, turned the community into a hub of political excitement, with music, dancing and solidarity marking the occasion.
The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, who represents Warri South West Constituency I and is seeking re-election on the platform of the APC, described the massive turnout as a strong indication of the party’s growing acceptance in the area.
According to him, the overwhelming reception demonstrated that the people of Warri South West were firmly aligned with the APC and the leadership of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.
Addressing the gathering, Governor Oborevwori reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustaining peace, accelerating development and promoting inclusive governance across Delta State.
He urged residents to maintain political unity and demonstrate their support for the APC by voting for all its candidates in the forthcoming general elections.
A major highlight of the rally was the presentation of APC flags to the party’s candidates, including Hon. Thomas Ereyitomi, candidate for the House of Representatives; Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, candidate for Warri South West Constituency I; and Andrew Igban, candidate for Warri South West Constituency II.
The symbolic presentation represented the party’s formal endorsement of the candidates and a call on them to mobilise their supporters towards victory at the polls.
Reacting to the impressive turnout, Guwor expressed gratitude to the people for what he described as an overwhelming demonstration of confidence, love and political solidarity.
He noted that the rally went beyond an ordinary campaign gathering, describing it as a clear expression of the people’s collective determination to support the APC.
“As Speaker, as your representative, and as a candidate, I am overwhelmed by this love. What we witnessed today was not just a rally, it was a movement. Our people came out massively, with joy, with unity, and with one voice,” he said.
In a statement made available to journalists by his Chief Press Secretary, Nkem Nwaeke, the Speaker appreciated Governor Oborevwori, the Deputy Governor, party leaders, political pressure groups, women and youths for their contributions to the successful outing.
He assured the people that the confidence they had continued to repose in him would not be taken for granted, pledging to remain committed to effective representation and service.
Guwor further maintained that the successful rally had strengthened the APC’s political base in Warri South West and renewed the party’s determination to secure victory in the forthcoming elections.
“Warri South West has spoken. We are ready. We are united. And by the grace of God, victory is certain,” he declared.
The statement also highlighted Guwor’s position as Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, through which he provides leadership for the Speakers of the 36 State Houses of Assembly.
It noted that the national leadership position places him at the centre of legislative engagements across the country, while providing Warri South West with an influential voice in national political and legislative affairs.
