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Saturday, 19 April 2014

2015: DELTANS DIASPORA INTENSIFIES CAMPAIGN FOR OKOWA, INAUGURATES EXCO MEMBERS -Ika Weekly




Deltans Diaspora, a socio-political group founded in June last year in the United kingdom by Mr. and Mrs. Dantes Odogwu has intensified campaign for the governorship ambition of Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa in 2015, as it had on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at Keziah Hotel, Boji- Boji, Owa, Delta State inaugurated its co-ordinators at the LGA, district and state levels, with a call on them to help canvass support for the law maker.
 

In his speech, the national co-ordinator of the group, Mr. Vincent Jude Oshiagwu said that Deltans Diaspora is a pro-Okowa campaign outfit major aim of projecting the candidacy of Senator Dr. Arthur Ifeanyi Okowa come 2015.
 

He said, “based on the premise of enthroning a good and credible government in place in our dear Delta State, Deltans Diaspora, an organization made up of Deltans from all walks of life across the globe have left no stone unturned in doing the best at their disposal to see the triumphant victory of Senator Ifeanyi Okowa at the poll. As we all know, the amiable senator is among the many candidates aspiring to govern our state. After a close survey and analysis of the antecedents and dossiers of all the candidates who have so far indicated interest to run for the number one seat in our state. Senator Okowa was found worthy, most credible, most qualified and most generally accepted candidate, hence, the need to support him in this noble course of transforming our dear state. It is our firm belief that with Senator Okowa as governor come 2015, the much desired dividends of democracy and good governance which our people have over the years yearned for will no doubt be a reality”.
 

He therefore urged other political and pressures groups in the state to join Deltans Diaspora in the crusade of ensuring that the dream of a better Delta State with viable economic strength is actualized.
 

The Director General, Senator Okowa constituency office, Onowu Austin Onianwa in his remark, commended Mr. and Mrs. Dantes Odogun for the good job they are doing towards the actualization of the 2015 governorship dream of Senator Okowa, stating that integrity, experience and accountability will be the considering factors in next year's governorship election. He noted that Okowa is atested and trusted politician who have left indelible mark in government, adding that Deltan have a lot to benefit if Okowa becomes governor in 2015. He however called on Deltans to join effort at building a better Delta State after 2015 by supporting Okowa governorship ambition.
 

On his part, the Director of Communication/Media, Okowa Campaign Organization, Bar Eugene Uzum expressed joy that Okowa is getting more supporters everyday, stressing, “when a man distinguished himself he will be respected by the people. Okowa is the Awolowo of our time and he stands out in politics. He stands for peace and service. I will make sure that Deltan Diaspora and all it stands for succeeds.
 

Mrs. Sophia Odogwu who was present at the event commended all those who were in attendance, assuring that Deltans Diaspora will not disappoint its members. She enjoined Deltans to join effort at actualizing the governorship ambition of Okowa in February next year's general election. Smart Ikem and others who spoke, described Senator Okowa as a grassroot politician, honest and charismatic political leader who will not disappoint Deltans if elected as governor.
 

High point was the inauguration of the state, district and local government co-ordinators.
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