By Charles Pemu 
Senator Ned Nwoko (Delta North) has issued a pointed admonition to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, urging him to abandon the political practices of the past as he transitions from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a strongly-worded statement, Senator Nwoko commended Oborevwori’s defection but warned that mere change of party affiliation without a corresponding shift in leadership philosophy would be meaningless.
“Leave behind the politics of survival and step into the politics of legacy,” Nwoko urged.
“No one pours new wine into old wineskins. Old habits, old politics, and the old deals that led to the gradual decline of the PDP in Delta must be left behind.”
The senator emphasized that the APC is determined to chart a new course, highlighting ongoing preparations for constitutional amendments aimed at correcting historical injustices, including the creation of Anioma and New Delta States.
“Let me remind you, this agenda was declared a done deal by the party leadership long before your defection,” Nwoko noted.
“It stands as a testament to the APC’s commitment to addressing regional marginalization and ensuring a more balanced federation.”
Senator Nwoko called on Governor Oborevwori to seize this moment as a catalyst for genuine reform, encouraging him to spearhead constitutional changes and advocate for inclusive, progressive governance that prioritizes fairness and development.
“Your defection must not be symbolic; it must be transformative,” he declared.
“This is your opportunity to embrace a new sense of purpose and to champion the cause of the people, particularly the long-marginalized Delta North region.”
He further stressed that the creation of Anioma State would finally grant Delta North political voice and institutional recognition, while the proposed New Delta would resolve long-standing internal imbalances, bringing government closer to neglected communities and unlocking new economic opportunities.
Nwoko’s message serves as a sharp reminder that in the evolving political landscape, loyalty to old ways will no longer suffice — transformation, not tradition, must define the new path forward.