Sen. Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has assured stakeholders that the agitation for Anioma State creation is still alive. He made this statement at a stakeholders meeting held at the palace of Obi Prof. Louis Chelunor Nwaoboshi, the Obuzor of Ibusa and Chairman of the Technical Committee on Anioma State Creation. The meeting was attended by traditional rulers, members of the technical committee, and representatives of various advocacy groups.
According to a statement by Dr. Christopher Nwayalani of the Technical Committee on Anioma State Creation, Nwoko's assurance comes amid his recent political challenges and controversy surrounding his senatorial mandate. Despite these challenges, Nwoko declared that he remains a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The stakeholders meeting focused on the future of Anioma, with Nwoko emphasizing that the hope of actualizing Anioma State had not been lost.
The demand for Anioma State has been pursued for many years by various stakeholders, including traditional rulers, political leaders, professionals, youth organizations, community groups, and advocacy bodies. The latest engagement provided an opportunity for stakeholders to look beyond immediate political contests and consider the larger interest of the Anioma people. The mood at the meeting reflected renewed hope and determination among stakeholders to sustain the campaign for the proposed state.
Stakeholders emphasized that the Anioma State project should not be reduced to the political fortunes of any individual, party, or political contest. They stressed that the aspiration for Anioma State should continue irrespective of who eventually occupies the Delta North senatorial seat after the 2027 elections. The struggle for state creation is seen as a collective Anioma project, not the personal property of any politician or political party.
The ultimate objective of the stakeholders remains the creation of Anioma State as the 37th state of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Proponents of the state creation believe that it would provide a stronger political and administrative structure and create greater opportunities for development in the area. The technical committee has continued to engage traditional rulers, political leaders, stakeholders, and advocacy groups in advancing the proposal.
The meeting was attended by representatives of Izu Anioma, Odu Oma Club, Anioma Youth Council, and other advocacy groups. These groups are committed to sustaining the campaign for Anioma State creation. The stakeholders' determination to push forward with the proposal is seen as a positive step towards achieving their goal.
The creation of Anioma State is expected to bring about significant development in the region. With renewed hope and determination among stakeholders, the campaign for Anioma State creation is set to continue. The stakeholders are united in their quest for a stronger political and administrative structure that would create greater opportunities for development in the area.
Key points
- Sen. Ned Nwoko assures stakeholders that hope remains alive for the creation of Anioma State.
- The demand for Anioma State has been pursued for many years by various stakeholders.
- The stakeholders are committed to sustaining the campaign for Anioma State creation.
