The Executive Chairman of Uvwie Local Government Council, Hon. Chief Anthony Onoriode Ofoni (JP), has extended his warm congratulations to Hon. Edafe Emakpor following his declaration as the official candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Uvwie Constituency ahead of the 2027 Delta State House of Assembly Elections.
The primary election, which took place today, Wednesday, May 20, 2026, concluded with Hon. Edafe Emakpor emerging as the consensus choice and the sole candidate of the day. In an official reaction from his office, Chairman Ofoni highly commended the peaceful, orderly, and highly successful conduct of the political exercise across the local government area.
The primaries were conducted using the direct primary system under the Option A4 model, with voting exercises carried out seamlessly at various ward levels throughout the Uvwie local government area. The exercise witnessed massive participation by enthusiastic party members who came out in large numbers to affirm their support, making the atmosphere across the locality vibrant yet orderly.
The entire process has been widely described by observers and participants as credible, peaceful, and highly transparent. While officially announcing the outcome of the primary election, the Collation Officer, Mr. Ikediashi Chidi, stated that the exercise adhered strictly to the established party guidelines and was completely peaceful, validating the integrity of the results.
Chairman Ofoni noted that the overwhelming consensus that produced Hon. Edafe Emakpor is a clear testament to his widespread acceptability, his outstanding track record of service, and his deep-rooted commitment to the progress of the Uvwie people. He emphasized that the smooth conduct of the primary election serves as an exemplary model for internal party democracy across the state.
In his message, the Council Chairman expressed his profound pride in the unity and political maturity demonstrated by the leadership, elders, and faithful members of the Uvwie APC family. He remarked that the voice of the grassroots has spoken clearly, choosing a path of unity and common purpose over division as the party prepares for the general elections.
Looking forward to the 2027 Delta State House of Assembly Elections, Chairman Ofoni assured the newly minted candidate of his personal commitment, total support, and the cooperation of the local government administration. He noted that the consensus mandate carries a responsibility to deliver quality representation for the constituency, expressing full confidence in the capacity of Hon. Edafe Emakpor to fly the party's flag successfully.
The Chairman concluded by calling on all party faithfuls, stakeholders, women, and youth groups to remain focused, united, and steadfast. He urged every member of the party to dissolve any lingering differences, embrace one another, and work collectively to ensure that this successful primary outcome translates into a resounding victory for the APC at the general polls in 2027.
The Chairman extended his prayers for divine wisdom, health, and continued success for the candidate on the journey ahead, thanking the election officials, security agencies, and party members for their contribution to a historic and peaceful day in Uvwie politics.
This press release is issued by the Office of the Executive Chairman, Uvwie Local Government Council, on this day, May 20, 2026, to officially acknowledge and celebrate the democratic landmark recorded by the All Progressives Congress in the Uvwie Con
stituency.
