Senator Nwoko lambasts PDP for focusing on self-perpetuation in power

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Senator Nwoko lambasts PDP for focusing on self-perpetuation in power

Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the Senate, has lambasted the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for focusing on self-perpetuation in power, which he said has deprived Delta of real political competition.

Nwoko made this statement over the weekend in Idumuje Ugboko, Aniocha North Local Government Area of the state, following his recent defection to the All Progressives Congress, APC. He accused PDP leaders of prioritising their personal interests and power retention over the well-being of the people.

While declaring that PDP’s 25-year reign in Delta State will come to an end in the 2027 general elections, he expressed excitement about being in the ruling party, just as he criticised PDP for holding Delta “hostage” for a quarter of a century.

“Delta State has failed to experience the necessary development for meaningful economic growth,” he stated.

He argued that PDP’s dominance in the state had left the people with no choice but to endure stagnation.

“Imagine 25 years of PDP in Delta; there’s been no competition. For them, it’s business as usual,” he said.

The senator contrasted the situation with political practices in the United States, where power alternates between parties to ensure progress. Nwoko vowed to end this “slavery” in Delta, announcing that he had found an alternative in APC.

Nwoko believes that establishing Anioma State will free Delta North from the constraints of PDP governance and bring greater autonomy and opportunities to the region.

He criticised the state government’s reluctance to support the creation of Anioma State, accusing PDP leaders of brainwashing the people and preventing open discussions on the matter.

Nwoko expressed confidence that, with the support of APC leaders at both state and federal levels, Anioma State would eventually be realised, ensuring freedom for the people of Delta.