The Chairman of Concerned Nigerians for Better Nigeria (CNBN), Olorogun Godwin Obire PhD, has criticised emerging ambitions from the Ughelli/Udu Federal Constituency over the Delta Central Senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing such moves as “selfish” and “politically insensitive.”
Speaking to journalists in Asaba, Obire said the agitation for the seat from the Ughelli/Udu axis runs contrary to principles of equity and fair political rotation within Delta Central, insisting that the constituency has historically dominated the senatorial position.
According to him, “there is no vacancy” in the Delta Central Senate seat, stressing that the incumbent lawmaker, Ede Dafinone, has earned the confidence of constituents through what he described as performance-driven and inclusive representation.
He noted that since the creation of Delta Central’s representation in the Senate, Ughelli/Udu Federal Constituency has produced more senators than any other bloc in the district.
He cited past occupants of the seat from the axis, including the late Felix Ibru, Brume, Pius Ewherido and Ovie Omo-Agege, arguing that their combined tenures underscore the constituency’s long-standing dominance.
“When these tenures are placed side by side, it becomes obvious that no federal constituency has enjoyed the senatorial position more than Ughelli/Udu,” Obire said, adding that fairness demands other constituencies be given the opportunity to produce the next senator.
He described renewed interest from politicians within Ughelli North, Ughelli South and the wider Ughelli/Udu Federal Constituency as “misguided and premature,” warning that such a move would amount to political overreach and marginalisation of other blocs.
Obire further argued that challenging Dafinone at a time he is “delivering tangible results” would disrupt ongoing progress in the district.
“Politics should be about service, not entitlement. It is not a birthright for any constituency,” he said, maintaining that Delta Central must prioritise balance and continuity over what he termed the recycling of political ambitions.
He added that Dafinone’s stewardship has brought “stability, visibility and investment” to the district, making him the preferred choice for a second term.
“As Delta Central approaches 2027, the call for continuity is growing louder. The district cannot afford a backward step,” Obire stated.
Reiterating his position, he declared that the senatorial seat should not revert to Ughelli/Udu in 2027, insisting that the focus should remain on consolidating gains already recorded under the current representation.
