Delta South: APC Chieftain Calls for Replacement of Incumbent Senator, Reps Member

From the heart of Delta State, Nigeria, we at Vanguard News observe a potent challenge brewing within the Delta South Senatorial District. Prince Barney Akporehe, a prominent figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), has thrown down the gauntlet, calling for the ousting of the current Senator and the representative for Isoko North/South Federal Constituency in the upcoming 2027 elections.

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The current Delta South senator should first win the party primaries before using the party machinery to declare victory at Oleh Township Stadium, and not prior to the primaries.

Akporehe’s critique is sharp and direct, targeting what he perceives as the incumbents' premature claims of victory and a glaring lack of tangible development across the senatorial district. He specifically calls out the current senator's planned rally as undemocratic, emphasizing a commitment to democratic principles over what he terms "dictatorship or tyranny." This sentiment resonates with many who feel their communities have been overlooked.

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I am urging all my supporters not to attend such rallies because it is not democratic. We strongly believe in the principles of democracy and not dictatorship or tyranny.

The aspirant’s focus on developmental strides, or the lack thereof, is particularly telling. He pointedly questions the achievements in the Isoko, Ijaw, Itsekiri, and Urhobo nations, highlighting the persistent issue of poor electricity supply in Isoko land as a symbol of failed leadership. For residents of Isoko, where basic amenities like reliable power remain a struggle, this is not just a political talking point but a daily reality that demands urgent attention.

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As a stakeholder in Delta South, I cannot, for a fact, say x, y, z was done by the current senator. Correct me if I am mistaken on the development brought by our most distinguished senator to the Isoko Nation, Ijaw Nation, Itsekiri Nation or the Urhobo Nation, who are parts and parcel of the resources of Delta South.

Akporehe's message is clear: leadership must be demonstrable. "Seeing is believing," he asserts, rejecting "deceit" as a basis for governance. His call to action, encapsulated in the phrase "monkey work, baboon dey chop" (a Nigerian idiom meaning hard work should be rewarded, not laziness or corruption), signals a desire for accountability and a rejection of the status quo. The aspirant's stance reflects a growing demand for effective representation and tangible progress, a sentiment that Vanguard News believes is crucial for the future of Delta South.

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Isoko needs light; it is not supposed to be a millennium problem. It should have been resolved years ago. Isoko youths should be looking forward to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and not basic electricity. What a shame in 2026.