Organisers of the Itsekiri Endorsement Mega Rally have explained that the decision of the Itsekiri nation to endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for a second term in office was based on their commitment to development, peace, stability and inclusive governance.
The organisers said the endorsement, which took place during a massive rally held in Warri on Sunday, reflected the confidence of the Itsekiri people and other residents of Delta State in the leadership of both Tinubu and Oborevwori.
In a post-rally appreciation statement signed by Chairman of the Media and Publicity Sub-Committee, Alex Eyengho, the committee noted that the support for the two leaders was driven by visible infrastructural projects and developmental strides recorded under their administrations.
According to the statement, Governor Oborevwori’s execution of key projects in Warri and riverine communities, including the Trans-Warri/Ode-Itsekiri Road and rehabilitation of strategic roads, contributed significantly to the endorsement.
The organisers also commended President Tinubu for his leadership and commitment to national development through the Renewed Hope Agenda.
“The massive, peaceful and colourful gathering has sent a strong and unmistakable message to Nigeria that the Itsekiri nation believes in continuity, stability and completed projects. We do not change a winning team,” the statement read.
The committee expressed appreciation to thousands of Itsekiri sons and daughters, as well as Urhobo, Ijaw, Isoko, Anioma, Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo and other ethnic nationalities who attended the rally in solidarity.
It also thanked Governor Oborevwori for honouring the invitation of the Itsekiri people and for reaffirming his administration’s commitment to more development across Delta State.
The organisers further appreciated the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, for his role in promoting peace and unity before, during and after the rally.
The statement also commended security agencies, including the police and DSS, for ensuring a peaceful event, while applauding members of the media for their coverage.
“With the unanimous adoption of the motion for 4 + 4, the Itsekiri nation hereby reaffirms its commitment to mobilising support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori,” the statement added.
The committee declared that the message from Warri was clear: “We have seen. We believe. We will vote again.”
