The Agadagba of Gbaramatu Kingdom, HRM Pere Oboro-Gbaraun II, has appealed to the electorate and supporters of political parties to desist from making monetary demands from their candidates. He said this attitude would put pressure on their candidate's purse and distract them from focusing on serving the people when eventually elected into public office. The monarch gave the charge when Dr. Sheriff Mulade, the National Democratic Party (NDP) candidate for Warri Federal Constituency, visited his palace to receive royal blessings for his ambition.
Pere Oboro-Gbaraun II noted that when candidates exhaust their pockets from various demands from the electorate, they would be distracted from pursuing their intentions of serving the people but rather start working towards recouping their expenses. The monarch, who was flanked by chiefs and elders of the kingdom, offered prayers and blessed the ambition of the NDP candidate for the Warri Federal Constituency. He described Mulade as a worthy son of Gbaramatu who has consistently projected the image of the kingdom positively on the national and global stage.
Mulade, a prominent Ijaw chief from Gbaramatu Kingdom, said he was in the palace to formally inform the throne of his ambition and to seek royal blessings. He expressed deep appreciation to his royal father for the warm reception and prayers, stressing that his decision to begin his consultation and declaration from Gbaramatu was out of respect for his roots and the traditional institution. Mulade's mission is anchored on 'mandate to serve-the light of hope' to bring quality, inclusive and people-driven representation to Warri South, Warri North and Warri South-West.
The NDP candidate assured the monarch that if elected into office, he would serve the people selflessly and be the voice of his people in the National Assembly. He emphasized the need for greater cooperation among the Ijaw, Itsekiri and Urhobo communities within the constituency. Mulade said the challenges confronting residents were largely shared, irrespective of ethnic background, and should therefore become a basis for cooperation rather than division.
Mulade called for unity among the communities in the constituency, saying that pollution and unemployment do not discriminate against anyone. He believes that the people must unite around development, putting their differences aside. The candidate's decision to begin the latest phase of his traditional consultations in Gbaramatu Kingdom was influenced by his relationship with the kingdom and the need to seek the prayers and blessings of the Pere.
The Pere Oboro-Gbaraun II and his council of chiefs and elders gave Mulade their full support, describing him as a worthy son of Gbaramatu who has made them proud. The monarch expressed confidence that Mulade will represent Warri Federal Constituency well. Gbaramatu Kingdom stands with him, the monarch said. The royal blessing is seen as a significant boost to Mulade's campaign as he prepares for the 2027 general election.
Dr. Sheriff Mulade's aspiration for the Warri Federal Constituency seat has gained momentum with the royal endorsement. His campaign focuses on delivering quality representation, addressing shared challenges, and fostering cooperation among the diverse communities in the constituency. The electorate will be watching closely as the 2027 general election approaches, and Mulade's message of unity and service may resonate with voters.
Key points
- Delta monarch urges electorate to stop making monetary demands from politicians.
- NDP candidate Dr. Sheriff Mulade seeks royal blessings for his Warri Federal Constituency ambition.
- Mulade's campaign focuses on unity, cooperation, and quality representation for the constituency.
