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From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri
Delta State Government has dismissed allegations by former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori was behind an alleged plot to assassinate him, accusing the former senator of resorting to mudslinging to attract “cheap media” attention ahead of the 2027 elections.
Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads and Public Information), Mr Charles Aniagwu, made the counter-accusation while reacting to Omo-Agege’s claims during an interview on Arise News’ The Morning Show on Sunday.
Aniagwu said Omo-Agege’s decision to focus on allegations against Oborevwori, rather than present his agenda and manifesto to voters in Delta Central Senatorial District, suggested that the former senator lacked a compelling campaign message.
He also pointed out that Omo-Agege and Oborevwori are not contesting the same election, with the governor seeking re-election while Omo-Agege is campaigning to return to the Senate to represent Delta Central.
“What we have observed is that a number of these persons, particularly Senator Omo-Agege, don’t seem to have anything to campaign against Governor Oborevwori,” Aniagwu said.
“If you are starting your campaign on the first day, instead of telling the people what you want to do to be able to win the Delta Central senatorial seat, you are alleging that somebody who is not on the same ballot with you is thinking of eliminating you.”
Aniagwu said the political contests were separate, noting that the two politicians would not even appear on the same ballot.
“Oborevwori is seeking re-election, particularly as a governor who has performed in his first tenure. Senator Omo-Agege, on another political platform, is seeking to return to the Senate to represent Delta Central. They are on different ballots. The election is not even on the same day,” he said.
The commissioner also rejected allegations that Oborevwori had threatened Omo-Agege, describing the claims as inconsistent with the governor’s character and record in office.
“That is not the kind of governor we have. Our governor does not go into making threats. If you look at the last three and a half years in Delta, you could see the amount of tranquillity, safety and security that we have in the state,” he said.
Aniagwu alleged that Omo-Agege’s repeated references to the governor were primarily aimed at keeping his name in the news.
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“He knows that if he didn’t go that route, you may not remember to mention his name, because other persons will stand on either their previous records or the new records they want to bring to bear,” he said.
The commissioner said the Oborevwori administration would not be drawn into what he described as a mud fight, insisting that its campaign for the 2027 elections would be based on its record in office.
“Our campaign ahead of the 2027 general elections is going to be evidence-based. We will be showcasing what we have done, what constitutes our report card. If you like, call it milestones,” Aniagwu said.
He said the government would present its achievements in communities and local government areas across the state, including areas regarded as political strongholds of opposition figures.
As an example, Aniagwu cited the ongoing Emevor-Orogun Road project, which he said was evidence of the administration’s commitment to equitable development.
According to him, the 15.7-kilometre road, which links several rural communities, is being constructed in phases, with more than eight kilometres already completed under Phases I and II.
“As we speak, we are constructing a road that is heading to Omo-Agege’s community in Orogun, starting from a place called Emevor-Orogun. It is a 15.7-kilometre stretch. We have already completed 8-point-something kilometres of that stretch, which is Emevor-Orogun Road Phase I and Phase II. In Phase III, by the grace of God, we are progressing in that direction,” he said.
Aniagwu stressed that Oborevwori’s development agenda was not driven by political affiliation, arguing that government projects were targeted at improving the lives of residents across the state.
“The governor is not looking at whether the man is speaking German or speaking Japanese. The governor is interested in the development that will touch his people,” he said.
He maintained that the administration would remain focused on infrastructure and other development projects while allowing its performance to speak for it ahead of the 2027 elections.
The commissioner said the government would not be distracted by personal attacks, insisting that its campaign would be anchored on what it described as measurable achievements across Delta State.
