Anioma State creation gathers momentum as three lawmakers back Senator Nwoko’s push

The campaign for the creation of Anioma State, led by Senator Ned Nwoko, has gained significant momentum with three prominent legislators from Delta State declaring their support for the initiative.

Hon. Nnamdi Ezechi, representing Ndokwa/Ukwuani Federal Constituency; Hon. Ngozi Okolie, representing Oshimili/Aniocha Federal Constituency; and former House of Representatives member Hon. Nicholas Ossai, have all publicly endorsed the call for the establishment of Anioma State, emphasizing the benefits of improved governance and representation for the Anioma people.

In a statement made during an interview in Asaba, Hon. Ezechi expressed his strong backing for the proposed state, stating, “There is no doubt that the creation of Anioma State will bring greater equity, balance, and fair representation. It will undoubtedly benefit the citizens, and I stand firmly in support of this move, as it reflects the aspirations of those who elected me to represent them.”

Hon. Okolie echoed similar sentiments during the Anioma stakeholders’ summit held in Asaba, where he affirmed his full support for the state creation. Former lawmaker Hon. Ossai also voiced his approval at the same summit, joining other political leaders in recognizing the potential benefits for the region.

At the summit, traditional rulers and community leaders were equally enthusiastic as Senator Nwoko outlined the advantages of creating a separate state for the Anioma people. He emphasized that the new state would bring governance closer to the people and provide more opportunities for Anioma sons and daughters to hold both elective and appointive positions in government.

Addressing the debate on whether Anioma State should be aligned with the South-South or South-East geopolitical zones, Senator Nwoko clarified that the final decision rests with the federal government, but reiterated that the focus should remain on the benefits to the Anioma people.

The push for Anioma State is gaining broad support across political, traditional, and community lines, as the region seeks to carve out a distinct identity within Nigeria’s federal structure.