…As Omeru, Omovie, Oghenesivbe Promise Equity, Fairness and Inclusiveness
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kokori Ward 6, Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State, has reconciled more than 200 aggrieved party members who had reportedly considered defecting to opposition parties over unresolved internal grievances.
The aggrieved members, following an extensive reconciliation meeting, pledged renewed loyalty to the APC and vowed to mobilise support for the party’s candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The development is seen as a significant boost to the APC’s grassroots mobilisation efforts in Ethiope East, particularly as the party intensifies its reconciliation and integration drive following Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC.
The reconciliation meeting, which marked the inaugural sitting of the Ward 6 Reconciliation Committee, was chaired by Chief Sunday Omovie, a legal practitioner and prominent APC chieftain.
Held at the residence of Chief James Omeru, APC General Leader in Ward 6, the meeting provided an opportunity for aggrieved members drawn from different polling units to express their concerns, particularly over alleged marginalisation, unequal treatment and the distribution of political opportunities within the party.
Speaking at the meeting, Chief Omeru commended the impressive turnout, describing it as evidence of members’ renewed confidence in the APC leadership and Governor Oborevwori’s commitment to inclusive governance.
He applauded the governor for various road projects executed in Kokori Ward 6 and political appointments extended to members of the ward, including appointments as Chairman of Governing Council, Director-General, board members, Executive Assistants and Senior Special Assistants.
Omeru expressed optimism that the ward would benefit from more developmental projects and political opportunities if the APC secured victory in the 2027 general elections.
He assured both old and new members that the party leadership would promote fairness, justice and equal opportunities, stressing that nobody would be discriminated against on account of when they joined the APC.
He further pledged to work towards ensuring equitable access to political opportunities and the dividends of democracy, noting that unity and mutual respect remained essential to building a stronger political structure.
In his remarks, Chairman of the Reconciliation Committee, Chief Sunday Omovie, identified internal divisions, disunity and the absence of a common political purpose as major factors responsible for the ward’s poor electoral performance in previous elections.
He expressed confidence that the reconciliation initiative, which commenced on Saturday, November 14, 2026, would usher in a new chapter of unity, stronger grassroots mobilisation and improved electoral fortunes for the APC in Kokori Ward 6.
Omovie urged members to take ownership of the reconciliation process and work collectively towards achieving the party’s 5/5 electoral target in 2027.
He also encouraged party faithful to familiarise themselves with Governor Oborevwori’s achievements and communicate the administration’s development initiatives through door-to-door campaigns and other grassroots engagement strategies.
The committee chairman commended the governor for his commitment to Delta State’s development, urging members to demonstrate loyalty, commitment and dedication to the party’s collective aspirations.
Similarly, a member of the reconciliation committee and Director-General of the Delta State Bureau for Orientation and Communications, Dr Wilfred Latimore Oghenesivbe, Esq., charged party members to intensify grassroots mobilisation and sustain the momentum generated by the reconciliation exercise.
Oghenesivbe noted that the initiative had strengthened the APC’s organisational structure in Ward 6, adding that genuine reconciliation was necessary to build trust, enhance political cooperation and secure lasting unity.
He emphasised the importance of sincerity, consistency and loyalty in political engagement, warning that double-dealing and contradictory political conduct could undermine the party’s cohesion, growth and credibility.
According to him, the reconciliation exercise represents a fresh beginning for members willing to remain committed to the APC, particularly as the party controls political leadership at both the federal and state levels.
He commended Chief Omeru for providing the leadership required to unite party members and restore confidence in the APC structure in Kokori Ward 6, assuring him of his continued support.
Other speakers, including Chief Sunday Okoro, Chief David Odeje and Chief Ejovi, called for renewed political unity in Kokori, emphasising the need for the community to reclaim its rightful position in the political affairs of Delta State.
They expressed confidence that a united and politically stronger APC would improve Kokori’s prospects of attracting more developmental projects and opportunities across Agbon Kingdom.
Earlier, the leader of the aggrieved members, Mr Okeregha Wilson, identified perceived discrimination and unequal treatment as the major causes of discontent among party faithful.
Wilson stressed that fairness, equal opportunities and a level playing field were critical to rebuilding confidence and securing the commitment of members.
He also identified internal power struggles, fragmented voting patterns and the activities of political spoilers as factors that had contributed to the ward’s declining electoral fortunes.
He expressed optimism that the reconciliation initiative would restore unity, strengthen internal party democracy and reposition Kokori Ward 6 for improved electoral performance in 2027.
The meeting ended in a convivial atmosphere, with participants sharing food and drinks as members renewed their commitment to the APC.
Many of those who attended with unresolved grievances reportedly left with renewed confidence and a collective determination to work for the party’s success in the forthcoming general elections.
Meanwhile, the Reconciliation Committee, under the chairmanship of Chief Sunday Omovie, is expected to sustain its engagement with other aggrieved members across the ward, with a view to bringing them back into the APC fold.
The committee reiterated its commitment to promoting inclusiveness, resolving internal disagreements and consolidating the party’s grassroots structure under the leadership of Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, ahead of the 2027 general elections.