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Ekiti Poll: APC Poised For Massive Victory As Joel-Onowakpo Backs Oyebanji’s Re-election Bid

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    Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas has expressed strong confidence in the electoral prospects of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the June 20, 2026 governorship election in Ekiti State, declaring that the party is working towards delivering a resounding victory for Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji.   Speaking during the inauguration of the APC National Campaign Council in Abuja, the senator said the ruling party is targeting an unprecedented electoral margin of over 500,000 votes, citing the governor’s performance and the party’s widespread acceptance among the people of Ekiti State.…

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2027: Joel-Onowakpo Defeats Diden by Wide Margin to Secure Delta South APC Ticket

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2027: Joel-Onowakpo Defeats Diden by Wide Margin to Secure Delta South APC Ticket   Incumbent Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary election for the 2027 general elections, defeating his only challenger, Hon. Michael Diden, by a wide margin.   Announcing the results at the APC collation centre in Oleh on Monday night, the chairman of the election panel declared that Senator Joel-Onowakpo polled 87,805 votes to defeat Diden, who secured 30,794 votes.   The incumbent senator reportedly…

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Keyamo Hails Okowa, Dafinone, Joel-Onowakpo Over APC Senatorial Primary Victories

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    Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has congratulated the winners of the just concluded All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primaries in Delta State, describing the exercise as the best conducted by the party in the state since its inception.   In a press statement issued on Tuesday, Keyamo congratulated Ifeanyi Okowa, who emerged victorious in Delta North Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone of Delta Central, and Joel-Onowakpo Thomas of Delta South, for what he described as their “resounding victories” at the primaries.   According to him,…

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APC National Assembly Appeal Committee Receives Five Petitions Over Delta Primaries

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Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Assembly Primaries Appeal Committee for Delta State, Dr. Chukwuemeka Ujam, on Tuesday disclosed that the committee has received five petitions arising from the party’s recently concluded National Assembly primaries in the state.   Dr. Ujam, who spoke with journalists at the APC secretariat in Asaba, said the committee was already reviewing petitions submitted by aggrieved party members and stakeholders over the conduct of the exercises.   He explained that the five-member panel was in Delta State in line with the provisions guiding…

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2027: Joel-Onowakpo Defeats Diden by Wide Margin to Secure Delta South APC Ticket

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    Incumbent Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary election for the 2027 general elections, defeating his only challenger, Hon. Michael Diden, by a wide margin.   Announcing the results at the APC collation centre in Oleh on Monday night, the chairman of the election panel declared that Senator Joel-Onowakpo polled 87,805 votes to defeat Diden, who secured 30,794 votes.   The incumbent senator reportedly led in seven out of the eight local government areas declared during…

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Ex-Delta APC Chairman Erue Backs Senator Joel-Onowakpo Amid Smear Campaign

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  Former Delta State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Jones Ode Erue, has dismissed allegations of a purported secret political pact involving Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas and ex-militant leader Government Ekpemupolo, describing the claims as false, divisive, and politically motivated. In a media statement issued on Tuesday, Erue said the narrative surrounding the alleged agreement was nothing more than “a politically motivated folklore” fabricated by “tribal bigots and political merchants” threatened by the growing political acceptance and influence of the Delta South senator. Questioning the credibility of the allegations,…

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2027: Joel-Onowakpo Declares For Second Term As Delta South APC Backs Tinubu, Oborevwori

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Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas has formally declared his intention to seek re-election to represent Delta South Senatorial District, citing his legislative record and development initiatives as justification for a second term.   Speaking at a constituency briefing and declaration held at Oleh Township Stadium on Friday, the lawmaker said he has sponsored eight bills, four of which have been passed by both chambers of the National Assembly, with one already signed into law and others awaiting presidential assent. He noted that the bills are targeted at improving the welfare of his…

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Delta South 2027: Orubebe’s Soured Grapes

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By Felix Ofou,   Former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Elder Godday Orubebe stirred the hornet’s nest at the weekend, during which he made some grave allegations against Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, representing the Delta South Senatorial District in the National Assembly. He accused the senator of abandonment after investing hugely to make the man win the Senate seat in 2023. Orubebe claimed that he spent so much money in his support and bid to ensure that Joel-Onowakpo got to the Senate. But he said no soon after the elections, the…

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Gov Oyebanji, Sen. Bamidele Celebrate Senator Joel-Onowakpo At 59

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    The Executive Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Biodun Oyebanji and the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, on Monday joined family, friends and associates to celebrate the Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, on the occasion of his 59th birthday.   The celebration, which came as a surprise, was held at the Ekiti State Government House, where the two leaders honoured the lawmaker in recognition of his contributions to national development and legislative service.   Senator Joel-Onowakpo, who disclosed the gesture via his official Facebook page, expressed…

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Okuhor Extols Senator Joel-Onowakpo At 59

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    Chairman of Sweet Spirit Hostels, Arc.(Dcn) Ambby Okuhor, FNIA, has congratulated the Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, on the occasion of his 59th birth anniversary.   In a statement issued on Monday, Okuhor described Senator Joel-Onowakpo as a distinguished statesman, accomplished businessman, and seasoned professional accountant whose life has been defined by diligence, integrity, and service to humanity.   He noted that the lawmaker’s journey through the private and public sectors reflects a rare blend of competence and commitment, adding that his contributions to national…

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