Oborevwori Celebrates Senator Joel-Onowakpo At 59

  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, on the occasion of his 59th birth anniversary. The congratulatory message was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in which Oborevwori commended the lawmaker for his enduring contributions to the growth and development of Delta State. According to the governor, Senator Joel-Onowakpo, a former Chairman of Isoko South Local Government Council and ex-Chairman of the Delta State Board of Internal…

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Senator Joel-Onowakpo Mourns With Delta APC Chairman Arenyeka Over Mother’s Passing

    Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, representing Delta South Senatorial District and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Local Content, has expressed deep condolences to the Delta State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Solomon Arenyeka, over the passing of his mother, Mrs. Felicia Oritselumewor Arenyeka.   In a condolence message personally signed by the Senator, he described the death of the family matriarch as a profound loss, not only to the Arenyeka family but also to all who were touched by her remarkable life.   Mrs. Felicia Oritselumewor…

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IDU Youth Wing Reaffirms Backing for Senator Joel-Onowakpo’s Second Term, Seeks Unity Among Stakeholders

  The Isoko Development Union Youth Wing (IDUYW) Worldwide has reaffirmed its full support for the re-election of Joel Onowakpo, aligning with the position already adopted by the parent body. In a statement issued by its Office of Media and Orientation, the youth wing, under the leadership of Comrade Joel Ifoghale Emeni, said the endorsement reflects a united front and strong confidence in the direction set by the Isoko Development Union (IDU). The statement signed by Augustine Oghenetejiri, Special Assistant on Media and Orientation to the IDU Youth Wing Worldwide,…

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2027: Akponovo Backs Joel-Onowakpo, Ukodhiko For Re-election

    A Director in the Delta State Ministry of Education, Mr. Anthony Akponovo, has declared his support for the re-election bids of Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas and the member representing Isoko North/Isoko South Federal Constituency, Hon. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko, ahead of the 2027 general elections.   Akponovo who hails from same community with Hon. Ukodhiko, made this known while hosting members of the JOT Cartel, a socio-political pressure group, during a courtesy visit in Asaba.   Speaking earlier, the group’s convener, Ufuoma Ugwe, said the JOT Cartel draws its membership…

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Onowakpo, Macaulay Set Aside Differences, Ahead Of 2027 Election

  The Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas and Comrade  Ovuozourie Macaulay have set aside their aged long  political differences for the development of the Isoko nation ahead of the 2027 election.   Their coming together meeting, held on Monday in Owhelogbo, when the senator was hosted by Comrade Ovuozorie Macaulay country home in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State.   It was learned that both leaders, had political disagreements, despite being in same political party. Their reconnection is focused on a common goal—promoting development,…

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2027: Isoko Nation Endorses Senator Joel-Onowakpo For Second Term

  The Isoko nation has endorsed Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas for a second term ahead of the 2027 general elections, citing his legislative performance and commitment to the development of the area. The endorsement was made on Saturday during a senatorial briefing held at the lawmaker’s country home in Emede, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State. Addressing a large gathering of stakeholders, Senator Joel-Onowakpo recalled the collective resolve of the Isoko people in 2022 to produce a senator for Delta South, noting that the decision had elevated the status…

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2027: Why Delta South Constituents Want Senator Joel-Onowakpo’s Re-election

By Nelson Egware   Many constituents across Delta South Senatorial District have continued to express strong support for the re-election of the lawmaker representing the district in the National Assembly, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, citing what they describe as unprecedented empowerment programmes and people-oriented initiatives delivered within his first two years in office. Across the eight local government areas that make up the district, stakeholders say the senator has demonstrated a commitment to improving the livelihoods of constituents through targeted empowerment programmes, skills acquisition initiatives and support for small businesses and…

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Senator Joel-Onowakpo Congratulates Arenyeka As Delta APC Chairman

    Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, representing Delta South Senatorial District, extends his warmest and most sincere congratulations to Chief Solomon Arenyeka on his election as Delta State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC).   In a statement, Senator Thomas praised Arenyeka’s exceptional leadership qualities, his unwavering commitment to Delta State’s development, and his dedication to public service.   He noted that the significant achievement marks a new chapter in Delta State’s political landscape, one that promises to be filled with progress, unity, and development.   “I congratulate Chief Solomon…

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Joel-Onowakpo Provides Over 1000 items, 7,750 Bags Of Rice For Constituents

    … Lists achievements at Senate     Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Joel-Onowakpor Thomas has provided over 1000 items, 7,750 bags of rice for constituents for the people of the district.       Presenting the items at the Oleh Township Stadium, Isoko South Local Government Area, the Senator said the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Tinubu’s administration was on course.   Items presented to beneficiaries included150 cassava grating machines, 230 grinding machines, 170 deep freezers, sewing machines, 200 cutlasses, 200…

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Sen. Joel-Onowakpo Condoles Late Frank Kokori Families Over Death

  The Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, has expressed profound condolences to the bereaved family of the late elder statesman and esteemed chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Frank Kokori.   Senator Joel-Onowakpo described Chief Frank Kokori as a foundational leader and a stalwart pillar of the APC in Delta State. He lamented the immense void left by the demise of Chief Kokori, emphasizing the significant impact he had on the party. The Senator fondly recalled Chief Frank Kokori’s pivotal role as the Secretary-General…

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