DELTA: Isoko group demands restoration of constituency seat

By Ochuko Akuopha

ASABA- THE Isoko Monitoring Group, IMG, a non-partisan body, has demanded  the immediate restoration of the Isoko North Constituency 2 State Assembly seat by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. 

It also called on stakeholders in the Isoko ethnic nationality to intensify efforts towards producing a governor of Isoko extraction in Delta State in the 2031.

The group, in a statement issued after its meeting, emphasized the need for the Isoko nation to unite across political, clan, and ideological divides to pursue their collective goal.

“For decades, Isoko has contributed immensely to the economic and political development of Delta State through our oil and gas resources, human capital, and loyal service. Yet our aspirations for the governorship seat remain unfulfilled.

“The time has come for all Isoko people, irrespective of party lines, clan, or political differences, to speak with one voice and pursue this collective goal”, the statement signed by IMG’s President, Dr. Oke Michael and Spokesperson, Dr. Kingsley Oroh, noted.

On the issue of political representation, the statement said: “While we pursue the governorship project, we also pledge our total commitment to the immediate restoration of the Isoko North Constituency 2 State Assembly seat by INEC. 

“This seat is the rightful representation of our people and must not be lost to political gerrymandering and neglect. 

“We call on stakeholders from Isoko North, party leaders, and the people of Constituency 2 to close ranks, build consensus, and ensure this seat returns to Isoko hands. 

“The restoration of Constituency 2 is not negotiable – it is a foundation for greater political bargaining power as we push for the governorship in 2031. No Isoko North Constituency 2, no strong Isoko voice.”

IMG also called on the Delta State Government, the Benin Electricity Distribution Company, BEDC, and relevant authorities “to urgently restore and improve electricity supply to the entire Isoko nation while we await the completion of I32KVA sub station at Ozoro. 

“For too long, our communities have suffered prolonged blackouts despite hosting oil and gas infrastructure that powers the state and nation. 

“The absence of stable power is crippling small businesses, healthcare delivery, education, and youth productivity across Isoko land. We demand immediate action on repairs, metering, transformer replacements, and fair distribution. 

“Isoko people deserve the dividends of democracy and the light that reflects the energy resources beneath our soil.”

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