The All Progressives Congress, APC, Warri South-West Constituency on Wednesday gave the incumbent Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Dennis Guwor, an affirmation as he was the only aspirant for the seat.
APC delegates across the 10 wards voted in their localities to affirm Guwor as the party’s candidate for the 2027 general election for the State Assembly.
The exercise was supervised by the Returning Officer for the primary in the local government area, Mr. Ejiro Jamani, alongside party officials at the ward level.
Guwor, who voted in Gbaramatu Ward 4, later converged at the collation centre in Ogbe-Ijoh with other APC stalwarts, including Hon. Thomas Ereyitomi, Commissioner Sam Oligida, Hon. Daniel Mayuku, and Bosin Ebikeme.
Results from the 10 wards were collated and announced at the centre.
In his reaction after the announcement, the Speaker said: “This affirmation is not about one man, but about the will of our people and the unity of our party. I am humbled by the trust reposed in me by the party in Warri South-West.
“It is a call for more service with greater dedication, humility, and accountability. Our focus remains on delivering dividends of democracy to every community in this constituency.”
Guwor, who also chairs the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, said the outcome reflected the APC’s solid strength in Delta State.
“What we are witnessing today is the consolidation of a political family that puts people first. The APC in Warri South-West is united, and we are ready to secure a resounding victory for the party in 2027. This is about continuity, stability, and development for our people,” he added.
Party stakeholders described the exercise as peaceful and orderly and commended the party leadership for its efforts to secure 100% votes for APC candidates in 2027.
However, a demand for the original result sheet stalled the APC House of Assembly primary for Ekurede-Ugbori-Ugbuwangue Ward at Ogiame Primary School, Warri, Delta State.
The prospective voters vowed not to allow a repeat of what happened on Monday during the senatorial primary of the party.
They lamented that they were given plain paper as result sheets during the senatorial primary on Monday, May 18, on which counted votes were recorded, only for them to later see results from the party leadership on result sheets bearing the APC logo, with figures contrary to what was declared and signed by the aspirants’ agents at Ogiame Primary School.
The APC presiding officer assigned to conduct the primary at Ogiame Primary School and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) official had to be escorted from the voting centre by some community leaders, relatives, and associates.
Agent of Hon. Matthew Mofe Edema, Mr. Tuoyo Ofuyaekpone, who addressed the large crowd of supporters of Hon. Edema, declared that the House of Assembly primary in Ekurede-Ugbori-Ugbuwangue Ward did not hold because they resisted alleged attempts to manipulate the process in favour of another aspirant, Dr. Augustine Uroye.
Meanwhile, the APC in Isoko North Local Government Area on Wednesday conducted a peaceful primary election for the Delta State House of Assembly, with Engr. Orobosa Ashakah emerging as the party’s candidate for the Isoko North Constituency seat ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The Local Government Returning Officer, Hon. Chika Awunzia, who represented the state party secretariat and collated the results, officially declared Ashakah winner of the primary after scoring the highest number of votes.
Awunzia described the exercise as peaceful, orderly, and successful, noting that the conduct of party members and officials reflected the APC’s commitment to internal democracy and transparent electoral processes.
The primaries were conducted across the 13 wards in the LGA by various ward returning officers.
Officials of INEC, journalists, and election observers who monitored the process also adjudged the exercise peaceful and calm.
Party faithful and stakeholders turned out in large numbers at the designated centres across the local government area to participate in the primaries.
Speaking with journalists shortly after his emergence, Engr. Ashakah expressed appreciation to party leaders, supporters, and stakeholders for their encouragement and support throughout the process.
“I want to sincerely thank our party leaders for their continuous support and encouragement, as well as everyone who has contributed to my growth and success,” he said.
He also expressed gratitude to Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his support and goodwill.
“I thank God for making today possible, and I promise not to disappoint those who believe in me. By the grace of God, I will continue to do my best and make everyone proud,” Ashakah added.
Observers at the exercise commended the orderly conduct of the primaries, noting that the peaceful atmosphere reflected unity and cooperation among party members in Isoko North.
In Oshimili South Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly, there was a massive turnout of party faithful at Ugbomanta Ward 8 in Oshimili South LGA as supporters gathered to affirm the member representing Oshimili South Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly (DSHA), Bridget Anyafulu, as the APC’s sole candidate in the party primaries.
Speaking shortly after the hitch-free exercise, Hon. Anyafulu described the direct primary process as transparent, inclusive, and people-oriented.
She commended the leadership of the party for creating an atmosphere that allowed members to openly participate in the selection of candidates.
The lawmaker, who emerged as the sole aspirant for the constituency, said the overwhelming support from party members reflected the confidence and acceptance she enjoys among her constituents.
Hon. Anyafulu also praised the conduct of the primaries, noting that the process reduced unnecessary financial pressure on aspirants while giving ordinary party members the opportunity to freely choose their preferred candidate.
According to her, the exercise was a strong indication that democracy in Nigeria continues to improve, adding that active participation by the people remains the foundation of credible leadership.
Speaking on expectations ahead of another tenure, the lawmaker assured constituents that lessons learned during her first term would enable her to deliver improved representation and better results.
She stated that governance is a continuous learning process that requires constant interaction with the people, stressing that constructive criticism and community engagement have played a significant role in shaping her leadership style.
Hon. Anyafulu further expressed delight over the impressive turnout of supporters despite her emergence as a consensus candidate, describing the development as evidence of her strong connection with the grassroots.