Isoko Rep’s Race: Ozoro, Otor-Owhe Kingdoms Dump Ukodhiko, Endorse Obomovo as Consensus Candidate

The chances of the Chief Executive Officer of Standout Properties Limited, Sir (Builder) Blessing Oghale Obomovo, to clinche the Isoko Federal Constituency seat, has been boosted.

This comes as the people of Ozoro and Otor-Owhe Kingdoms in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State, on Tuesday unanimously endorsed him as their sole candidate for the House of Representatives race ahead of the 2027 general elections..

Obomovo, a prominent Nigerian international builder, real estate developer, is a frontline aspirant primed to wrestle power from the incumbent House of Representatives member, Hon. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko.

Obomovo, who hails from Otor-Owhe Kingdom paternally and Ozoro kingdom maternally, was endorsed at an enlarged stakeholders gathering held at Opute hall in Ozoro, comprises of political leaders, traditional authorities, women groups and youth representatives in irrespective of political party affiliations.

In displayed of how united the people are in the affirmed endorsement, all five blocs of Ozoro, Uroto, Erovie, Etevie, Urude and Orumudhe jointly adopted Obomovo as their preferred candidate.

Erovie, identified as his maternal home played a keyrole in the gathering, reinforcing the deep-rooted connection between Obomovo and the kingdom.

Speaking in turns, the people thanked and commended Obomovo for joining the race, assuring him of all the necessary support he deserved.

Specifically, Ozoro people unanimously picked him as their preferred choice ahead of other aspirants, including the incumbent lawmaker, Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko who is seeking re-election.

With all organs of leadership represented and in agreement, Friday Arah formally moved the motion for the endorsement, which was seconded by Sir (Chief) Raphael Oro Afemari (JP).

The representative of the Ovie, Chief Solomon Akeni, then put the question to vote for the people of Ozoro Kingdom, saying “Should we support Sir Bldr. Blessing Obomovo?” and followed with a thunderous “YES!” echoed across the hall.

At the event, stakeholders described the endorsement as a defining moment for Ozoro Kingdom, stressing that it reflected a collective resolve to present a credible and widely accepted candidate to represent Isoko nation at the green chamber.

Speaking on behalf of the people, the President-General of Ozoro Progressive Union, Berkley Asiafa, said the kingdom had spoken with one voice and would mobilise its full political strength to ensure Obomovo’s victory at the polls.

Asiafa noted that the endorsement was not merely symbolic but a commitment by the people to rally support across communities and ensure that their collective aspiration translates into electoral success.

The endorsement also received the backing of key traditional and community institutions, including palace representatives led by Solomon Akani; the Odiologbo of Erovie, Odio Tobi; and the Oletu-logbo of Ozoro Kingdom, Oletu Egbamuno.

Women and youth groups were not left out, with Ewheya leadership under Comfort Ikrege and youth representatives led by Marvis Ogbu affirming their commitment to mobilise grassroots support for the aspirant.

The event, which also hosted members of the OghaleIsoko2027 political structure, was marked by a strong sense of consensus, as speakers repeatedly emphasised the need for unity, inclusiveness and strategic positioning ahead of the elections.

Speaking at the event, Chief Raphael Oro Afemari (JP), the Adhesie of Ozoro, expressed confidence that Obomovo would remain committed to the people and never abandon the kingdom.

In his remark, Blessing Obomovo, expressed deep gratitude to the Ozoro kingdom’s traditional ruler, the leadership, and the people of Ozoro for the overwhelming and historic support and pledged not to take their trust for granted, even as he promised fair and respectful representation of the Isoko Federal Constituency.

He emphasized his commitment to working with leaders and upholding the values and traditions of the land.

Obomovo noted that it was a home coming for him and thanked the people of Ozoro kingdom for the honour done him and his team of OghaleIsoko2027.

“Today, I returned home and Ozoro spoke. What began as a hosting of the OghaleIsoko2027 team became something deeper, something I will not forget in a hurry. It became a clear, a united declaration from my mother’s land.

“In one voice, the five blocs of the kingdom, Uruto, Erovie (my maternal home), Etevie, Urude, and Orumudhe, endorsed me as their sole candidate for the House of Representatives, Isoko North and South Federal Constituency.

“This is not something I take lightly. Today was not just about support. It was a call to serve. A responsibility I carry with full commitment. Ozoro has spoken. And I hear you, loud and clear”, he enthused.

Meanwhile, the people of Otor-Owhe kingdom, Obomovo’s paternal home town, have unanimously endorsed him during a homecoming event.

The entire kingdom, under the leadership of its President General, Wilfred Atunu, alongside his executive and elders, described the political ambition of Obomovo as a welcom and timely development that aligned with the aspirations of the people.

The kingdom unanimously endorsed him as the sole candidate for the Isoko Federal Constituency seat and followed by blessings and prayers offered by Ovuwoyen Avuakporie Godwin (aka) Dr pijo, the Oletu-logbo of owhe clans/ Kingdom.

In his brief remarks, Obomovo expressed deep appreciation to the people of Otor-Owhe kingdom for the confidence reposed in him and overwhelmed support from his paternal home home.

Obomovo while describing the action of the people of Otor-Owhe kingdom as overwhelming, humbling and motivating, promised never to disappoint them, adding that everyone will be carried along in the scheme of things when the time comes.