A political advocacy leader, Godwin Obire, has strongly criticized emerging ambitions within the Ughelli/Udu Federal Constituency to contest the Delta Central Senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing the move as selfish and contrary to principles of equity and fairness.
Obire, who serves as Chairman of the Concerned Nigerians for Better Nigeria (CNBN), made the remarks while addressing journalists in Asaba.
He argued that political stakeholders across Delta Central are increasingly aligned on the position that the senatorial seat should remain with the incumbent, Ede Dafinone, citing his performance and accessibility.
According to him, there is no vacancy in the Delta Central Senate seat, emphasizing that Dafinone has demonstrated effective representation and earned public trust.
He highlighted what he described as a longstanding dominance of the senatorial position by the Ughelli/Udu Federal Constituency, tracing it back to the tenure of Felix Ibru and followed by lawmakers such as Pius Ewherido and Ovie Omo-Agege, who collectively held the seat across multiple electoral cycles.
He argued that this history underscores the need for political balance within Delta Central, insisting that other constituencies deserve equal opportunity to occupy the senatorial office.
Obire described the renewed push by political actors from Ughelli North, Ughelli South, and the broader Ughelli/Udu axis as misguided and premature, warning that such ambitions risk undermining the principle of rotational representation within the district.
He cautioned against what he termed political overreach, arguing that attempting to reclaim the seat so soon after years of dominance would marginalize other blocs that have waited their turn.
He also defended Senator Dafinone’s record, describing him as a stabilizing figure whose tenure has brought investments, visibility, and dignity to Delta Central.
Obire warned that replacing a performing lawmaker for the sake of recycling old ambitions could disrupt ongoing progress and weaken the district’s political cohesion.
Emphasizing that politics should be about service rather than entitlement, he stated that no constituency has a birthright to the senatorial seat.
As political activities gradually build toward the 2027 elections, Obire maintained that the call for Dafinone’s re-election is growing stronger across the district, stressing that Delta Central must prioritize continuity and performance over outdated political claims.
He concluded that the message ahead of 2027 remains clear, insisting that there is no vacancy in the Delta Central Senatorial seat and that it is time to consolidate progress rather than derail it.
