Sele Saboh hailed as grassroots mobilizer ahead of Reps bid

A former Chairman of Ekeremor Local Government Area, Sele Saboh, has continued to attract widespread support across Bayelsa West as political stakeholders and residents commend his grassroots leadership style and humanitarian contributions.

Saboh, who is aspiring to represent the Sagbama/Ekeremor Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, is being described by supporters as a leader known for humility, accessibility, and commitment to community development.

According to political observers in the constituency, the former council chairman has remained closely connected to the people despite holding public office, maintaining strong ties with youths, women groups, and local communities across Bayelsa State.

Supporters say his political profile has been shaped by peace-building, empowerment initiatives, and philanthropy targeted at vulnerable groups and young people. Many residents in Sagbama and Ekeremor reportedly view him as a dependable political figure whose leadership reflects service, unity, and compassion.

Saboh’s supporters also point to his open-door approach and non-discriminatory relationship with people across political and social divides as qualities that have endeared him to many within the Ijaw-speaking communities.

In a recent political development, thousands of his followers and supporters were reported to have defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), a move political analysts say underscores his growing influence in Bayelsa West.

Observers believe the development highlights increasing confidence in Saboh’s political credibility and grassroots acceptance ahead of future elections in the constituency.

Many stakeholders within the constituency have expressed optimism that his experience in local governance and connection with the grassroots could position him strongly in the race for the National Assembly seat.

Supporters maintain that his aspiration represents a push for inclusive representation and people-oriented leadership in Sagbama and Ekeremor Federal Constituency.