Indigenes of Delta State have been called upon to support the efforts of the incumbent governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, in turning around the economy of Delta State for greater prosperity.

The Special Assistant to the governor on sports, Mr. Adode Godwin, made this known after the election tribunal judgement  on Delta State governorship election in favour of Okowa, saying the governor has mapped out a master plan to develop the state, in order to create  jobs for the people.

He said, “It is time for Delta State to move forward and focus on more important economic issues needed to ensure rapid development for all the indigenes, irrespective of political party affiliation to benefit. All stakeholders including opposition politicians should join hands and work towards the progress of the State. It is a known fact that there can only be one captain in a ship to pilot the affairs, so, Delta must be stable for investors to harness the vast natural resources abound in the state, apart from oil. The governor is already working very hard and putting measures in place to develop the state, by opening up the area for economic activities as well as Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to thrive.”

He added, “One of the ways through which the government will enhance human capital development in Delta will be by improvement of technology and full engagement of youths in sports activities, capable of making them productive to the State and the country at large.    Economic growth and development of Delta is the top priority of this government, all hands must be on deck to ensure that Delta central politicians work together for the greater good of the State.

The era of a non Urhobo man as governor is over, as Delta belongs to all of us irrespective of ethnic background. Okowa is ready to fast track development in the state.    The earlier he gets support of all the people in Delta, the better for the entire state. Okowa has extended a hand of partnership to all other opposition parties in the state, to join him in moving Delta forward for greater economic growth and development.”