Delta Decides
IKA SOUTH — In a major political shift ahead of the 2027 elections, constituents across the Ika South State Constituency are throwing their weight behind Mrs. Ogor Modupe Esther Tony-Obuh, wife of the late prominent governorship aspirant.
Mrs. Ogor Tony-Obuh is vying for the Ika South House of Assembly position under the banner of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
A retired civil servant with a long track record of community service. Sources say she has spearheaded numerous development initiatives across Ika South.
Reports indicate that her campaign has gathered massive momentum, positioning her as a formidable contender in the upcoming contest.
Speaking on the growing grassroots support, Mrs. Isioma Odion, a resident of Ekuku-Agbor, noted that despite the presence of a candidate from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), many voters have aligned with Mrs. Tony-Obuh.
She emphasized that the enduring legacy and sacrifices of the Tony-Obuh family across Ika land make her candidate hard to beat.
Mrs. Odion added that widespread dissatisfaction with current economic conditions under the ruling party will further work against the APC Candidates at the polls.
Similarly, field surveys conducted in Abavo indicate a strong tilt toward Mrs. Tony-Obuh’s candidature.
A local resident identified as John Ewere told our reporters that the APC’s primary obstacle extends beyond economic frustration to deep-seated godfatherism in Ika South
He argued that the lack of development in Abavo highlights the urgent need to reject godfatherism for the community to move forward
While field inquiries and opinion collation remain ongoing across Ika South, preliminary surveys suggest that roughly 95 percent of respondents currently favor Mrs. Ogor Tony-Obuh.
