By Austin Oyibode
When Prince Ned Nwoko was elected in June 2023 to represent Delta North Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly, expectations were high.
A businessman, philanthropist, and advocate for justice, Nwoko came into the Senate with a clear mandate: to go beyond rhetoric and deliver results rooted in foresight, vision, and responsibility.
Two years on, his record speaks for itself. From legislative reforms and constituency projects to global advocacy, Senator Nwoko has demonstrated what proactive, people-centered representation should look like.
Steering National Policy Through Committee Leadership
Legislative influence is often exercised through committee work, and Senator Nwoko has made Delta North’s voice heard by serving in over 15 committees.
As Chairman of the Committee on Reparations and Repatriation, he introduced the Heritage Protection Bill and hosted Nigeria’s first Pan-African Hearings on Reparations, working with UNESCO and the African Union.
He also established the Nigerian Heritage Recovery Fund to reclaim stolen artifacts, while pressing for justice for historical tragedies like the 1967 Asaba Massacre.
In his capacity as Chairman of the Ad-Hoc Committee on Crude Oil Theft, Nwoko exposed collusion in oil bunkering, advocated digital tracking of crude, and proposed a National Oil Security Task Force.
These efforts protect communities in Ndokwa and across the Niger Delta from sabotage and environmental degradation.
As Vice Chairman of the Sports and Youth Development Committee, he has promoted grassroots sports and innovation hubs, empowering Delta North’s young population.
His active roles in other committees, including Finance, Defence, Works, Healthcare, and NDDC, ensure the region remains visible in national decision-making.
Bold Legislative Record: 33 Bills and 21 Motions
Senator Nwoko’s sponsorship of 33 bills within two years underscores his reform-driven agenda.
These range from youth empowerment (Nigerian Youth Entrepreneurship Grant Bill) and housing reforms (One-Month Rent Limitation Act) to malaria eradication, diaspora voting rights, and the creation of Anioma State.
He also championed bills to establish federal institutions in Delta North, including a Federal University of Technology in Asaba and an Orthopedic Hospital in Onicha-Ugbo.
His 21 motions addressed both local and global concerns—from oil theft and gas flaring in Ndokwa to UN Security Council reform and reparations for colonial injustices. Locally, motions secured flood relief, better healthcare, and stronger security for communities in Delta North.
Over 113 Constituency Projects Across Delta North
Beyond Abuja, Senator Nwoko has executed more than 113 constituency projects across Delta North’s nine LGAs. These include:
Road construction and erosion control projects.
Renovated classrooms, ICT hubs, and vocational centers.
Health facilities, boreholes, and rural electrification.
Women and youth empowerment schemes.
From Asaba to the most rural villages, his projects have brought federal presence closer to the people.
₦30 Billion Special Interventions and Empowerment
Through collaboration with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Nwoko facilitated ₦30 billion in interventions for Delta North, including dams, irrigation systems, electrification, flood control, and agricultural support for farmers.
His phased empowerment programmes have reached all 98 wards, providing grants, skills training, agricultural support, and healthcare outreaches.
He also awarded 90 scholarships at the Sports University, Idumuje-Ugboko, and facilitated over 100 federal job placements for youths across Delta North.
Championing Justice and Global Advocacy
Senator Nwoko has used Senate petitions to secure justice for constituents, including ₦200 million compensation for the family of two-year-old Ivan Onose Omhonrina, killed in an NDLEA raid.
He also defended wrongly accused citizens and facilitated the release of unjustly detained traditional leaders.
Beyond Nigeria, he has demanded reparations for colonial exploitation, repatriation of African artifacts, and greater African representation on the global stage. His advocacy reaffirms Anioma’s and Nigeria’s role in international justice and equity.
A Mandate of Service
In just two years, Senator Ned Nwoko has redefined what representation means—merging strong legislative work with visible grassroots impact.
His blend of policy innovation, constituency empowerment, and global advocacy has uplifted Delta North while contributing to Nigeria’s broader development.
As he continues this journey, the Anioma nation can look forward to even greater strides in equity, opportunity, and dignity under his stewardship.
