Delta APC elects state executives

All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has elected Chief Solomon Arenyeka as its new State Chairman, as leaders of the party rallied members ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Chief Arenyeka, a former chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the state before the 2025 political merger, emerged through a consensus voice vote at the party’s state congress held in Asaba on Tuesday.

Also elected were Elder Moses Iduh as Deputy Chairman and Chief Efe Uko, who was returned as State Secretary. Other members of the newly constituted State Executive Committee include Chief Paulinus Akpeki (Delta Central Chairman), Chief Emmanuel Amgbaduba (Delta South Chairman), Engr. Daniel Ossai (Delta North Chairman), Elder Emmanuel Egbabor (State Organising Secretary), Barr. Valentine Onojeghuo (State Publicity Secretary), Mrs. Ifeyinwa Sobotie (State Woman Leader) and Christopher Agali (State Youth Leader), amongst others.

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Chairman of the State Congress Electoral Committee, Engr. Vita Abba, declared the executives elected, noting that the affirmation process complied with the party’s constitution and guidelines.

The congress followed a motion for the dissolution of the outgoing State Executive Committee moved by former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Victor Ochei, and seconded by Olorogun O’tega Emerhor. The motion was unanimously adopted by delegates, paving the way for the emergence of new leadership.

Addressing party faithful, Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, expressed appreciation to the outgoing executive led by Elder Omeni Sobotie for guiding the party through what he described as a defining transition period following the April 2025 political realignment.

“I stand before you today filled with a deep sense of responsibility and brimming with optimism about the bright prospects of our great party,” the governor said. “What began as a principled decision to align Delta State with the renewed vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has evolved into a powerful and unstoppable political movement.”

Oborevwori commended party members for their discipline and cooperation, noting that the peaceful conduct of congresses in the 270 wards and 25 local government areas reflected the APC’s commitment to internal democracy.

“There was no imposition. What we witnessed is broad consultation, agreement and inclusiveness. This structure belongs to all of us,” he stated.

The governor charged the new executive to intensify grassroots engagement, hold regular meetings and strengthen voter mobilisation strategies ahead of the 2027 polls.

“Our mission is unequivocal. We must secure victory at every level — the Presidency, the Senate, the House of Representatives, the Governorship and the State House of Assembly,” he said, expressing confidence that the APC would deliver massive votes for President Tinubu and all party candidates.

He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability and performance under the MORE Agenda, highlighting achievements in infrastructure, healthcare, education, youth empowerment, agriculture, security and human capital development.

In his remarks, immediate past State Chairman, Elder Omeni Sobotie, described the congress as a product of unity and collective sacrifice, particularly following the political realignment that saw members of the old PDP join the APC.

“In politics, what we have is not ‘I’ but ‘we.’ The interest of the people is more important than personal interests,” Sobotie said, urging the new leadership to lead with humility. “Ability may take a man to the top, but humility keeps him there.”

In his acceptance speech, Chief Solomon Arenyeka thanked party leaders and members for the confidence reposed in him and the new executive.

“I am fully aware of the weight of this responsibility and do not take it lightly. We consider ourselves privileged to serve and we pledge to justify the confidence imposed in us,” he said.

Arenyeka assured that the new leadership would uphold values of hard work, integrity, transparency and teamwork, while sustaining consensus-building and accountability within the party.

He also commended Governor Oborevwori’s leadership and pledged that under his chairmanship, the Delta APC would become a model for other states.

“By God’s grace, we shall deliver all APC candidates in the 2027 elections,” he declared.

The congress attracted party leaders and stakeholders from across Delta State, with members expressing optimism and unity as the party prepares for the next electoral cycle.