SENATOR Ned Nwoko (Delta North Senatorial District), has said that he is not seeking the creation of Anioma State to attain the position of governor, but to actualize a long-standing dream.
Senator Nwoko, sponsor of Anioma State Creation Bill, currently before the Red Chambers, spoke while addressing Ndokwa leaders, youths and women at the Asaba residence of a PDP leader, Chief Godswill Obieluem.
The Senator explained that “my eyes are firmly set on the creation of Anioma State and nothing more”, adding that the question of which geographical zone Anioma State would belong, would be determined by public affirmation, guided by democratic norms.
He stated that Anioma State agitation, having lingered on for 50 years as Nigeria’s oldest agitation on state creation, must be consummated now for equity.
The Senator emphasised the resolve of the present government to create a state and noted that “Anioma stood a golden chance.”
“I want Anioma State, but I am not aspiring to be governor of that Anioma State, but my focus is to witness the birth of Anioma and from my interactions with our people, we want Anioma State.
“Anioma State would come with exciting opportunities. A full-fledged government with offices, elective positions and political appointments. There would be development of social infrastructure coming closer to our doorsteps. “We must all support the creation of Anioma State. Our forebears championed Anioma. We have a collective duty to make Anioma come true this time around,” he said.
Senator Nwoko also briefed the people on his stewardship and said he has ensured adequate governmental attention such as Okpai electricity, Oko road and Ogwashi Uku dam, saying there are projects dear to him and the people.
The Senator said more amenities for Delta North would be embedded in subsequent budgets for implementation.
While thanking the people of Delta North for their support, Nwoko assured that he would continue to stand as a responsive ambassador.
