Urhobo HOSTCOM Youths Call on Chief Barr. John Obukohwo Nani, Executive Chairman of DESOPADEC, to Vie for Delta Central Senatorial Seat
Delta State – April 23, 2025
In a powerful and united show of political will, the Urhobo HOSTCOM Youths have called on the Executive Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Chief Barrister John Obukohwo Nani, to declare his intention to contest for the Delta Central Senatorial seat come 2027.
The youths, under the aegis of the Host Communities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas (HOSTCOM), Delta State Chapter, Urhobo Youth Wing led by Comrade Sweet Otiotio described Chief Nani as a visionary leader, a tested and trusted technocrat, and an unwavering advocate of people-centered development.
Comrade Sweet Otiotio the Leader of HOSTCOM Urhobo Youth Wing noted that his wealth of experience in governance and unwavering commitment to the upliftment of the Urhobo nation makes him the most qualified candidate to represent Delta Central in the Red Chamber.
Speaking during a press briefing in Effurun, Comrade Sweet Otiotio highlighted Chief Nani’s exemplary track record as Executive Chairman of DESOPADEC, stating that under his watch, the Commission has recorded unprecedented strides in infrastructural development, youth empowerment, and community engagement across oil-producing communities.
“Chief Nani is not just a leader; he is a movement. His legacy in DESOPADEC has redefined inclusive development in Delta State. We, the Urhobo HOSTCOM Youths, believe that Delta Central deserves a bold, competent, and grassroots-connected senator like him to champion our interests in the National Assembly,” Comrade Sweet Otiotio declared.
Comrade Sweet Otiotio, further commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for providing a conducive environment for technocrats like Chief Nani to thrive, affirming their support for the governor’s re-election bid in 2027, under the banner of #SheriffAgain2027.
The endorsement comes as political permutations begin to take shape ahead of the 2027 general elections, with many stakeholders in Delta Central beginning to rally around credible and influential personalities capable of delivering democratic dividends.
