Sen. Ned Nwoko (APC-Delta) has urged unity among stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the ward levels in particular and the state in general.
By Deborah Coker
Sen. Ned Nwoko (APC-Delta) has urged unity among stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the ward levels in particular and the state in general.
Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District made the call on Saturday, when he hosted stakeholders and leaders of ward eight, Idumuje at his country home in Idumuje-Ugboko, Aniocha North Local Government Area, Delta.
This is contained in a statement by the Sen. Ned Nwoko Media Directorate, made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Abuja, on Saturday.
The lawmaker, while addressing the APC stakeholders said that the meeting was convened to foster unity and oneness, describing same as significant for the consolidation of the party at the grassroots level.
He enjoined the ward stakeholders to mobilise the people in supporting the ruling APC government at all levels under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu.
The senator, who is the Chairman, Senate Committee on Reparations and Repatriation revealed that he had initiated key projects in his constituency.
According to him, these included access roads, earth dam, school buildings and solar -powered electricity at Idumuje clan as well as employment opportunities and skill acquisition programmes for the people.
He also said that similar social infrastructure and manpower development have been provided across Delta North Senatorial District as part of his commitment to rural and urban development.
He further revealed the setting up of a project monitoring and implementation committee at the ward 8 comprising Idumuje Unor, Idumuje Ugboko and Aniofu.
He added that this was with a view to aid Needs Assessment and equitable distribution of amenities.
On his advocacy for the creation of Anioma State, Nwoko said his enthusiasm was at its highest ebb.
According to him, critical authorities, including the Tinubu administration, Senate and diverse socio- cultural groups across the country are supporting the creation of an Anioma State.
“Agitation for Anioma state remainss the oldest in Nigeria beginning from 1954, and I am more than determined to see this quest actualise.”
He added that his commitment to Anioma State creation was not for self aggrandisement but equity, social justice and identity.
He further said that an enlarged meeting of all members of the ward would be convened on Monday to deliberate and forge a common front for the good of all.
Various speakers at the meeting pledged dedication to the APC and support to the lawmaker toward the betterment of the people. (NAN)