A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and senatorial aspirant for the Delta South senatorial district, Hon. Jay Ogor Esq., on Wednesday said his decision to contest the 2027 election was driven by the deep divisions and lack of unity in the district.
Ogor spoke during a courtesy visit to the Warri Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists at the High Chief Government Ekpemupolo Press Centre, where he outlined his vision for the oil-rich district.
According to him, the absence of cohesion among the Ijaw, Itsekiri, Isoko and Urhobo ethnic nationalities has remained a major obstacle to development.
“One of the major things that bothers me most about Delta South is unity. We lack it. We cannot develop without unity,” he said.
He explained that his ambition is rooted in the need to bridge divisions and foster collaboration among the various ethnic groups in the district.
Ogor said if elected, he would prioritise engagement and dialogue, revealing plans to convene town hall meetings across the district within his first 30 to 60 days in office.
“In my first 30 to 60 days, I will bring together the Ijaws, Itsekiris and Isokos to sit down, understand our common challenges and chart a way forward. Unity brings prosperity and development,” he said.
The legal practitioner also identified youth restiveness and unemployment as critical challenges confronting Delta South and the wider Niger Delta region.
He noted that while some interventions have been introduced, their impact has not been fully felt at the grassroots.
Ogor expressed concern over the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act, alleging that host communities have been shortchanged.
“If you look at the PIA today, the IOCs have taken advantage of it and the communities have been underdeveloped. This is something I intend to correct because I understand the system and how to engage it effectively,” he said.
He stressed that sustainable development in the region would require deliberate policies that address unemployment and create opportunities for young people.
The aspirant also used the opportunity to declare the Delta South Senatorial seat vacant ahead of the 2027 elections.
“My coming today is not for intimidation. It is to tell you that the Delta South Senatorial District, as far as I am concerned, is vacant,” he stated.
Ogor urged journalists to play an active role in strengthening democracy by scrutinising the character and competence of aspirants seeking public office.
“You must take a close look at the character of those contesting. If a person does not have good character, he cannot represent the people,” he added.
He maintained that leadership anchored on unity, integrity and accountability remains key to unlocking the development potential of Delta South.
