2023 Poll: Omo-Agege seeks divine support for APC victory, asks Deltans to reject PDP

By Princess Okome,

Delta State All Progressive Congress, APC Gubernatorial Candidate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, on Friday, dedicated his campaign for the State Governorship election to God, seeking divine protection and support for victory at the polls.

The Deputy President of the Senate while speaking at the event which took place at the St Jude’s Catholic Church, GRA, Effurun, Friday, November 18, Senator Omo-Agege said he decided to begin his campaign with prayers in line with Jesus’ teaching of starting and ending any project with prayer.

He said his motivation to contest the Governorship election was the level of misgovernance of Delta State by the Gov Ifeanyi Okowa led PDP administration. He said he was aware that the race was not going to be easy but was certain that with God all things are possible.

He appreciated the content of the homily and pledged to be guided by the sermon during the campaign and as governor when elected.

He charged the people of the state to reject the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) which has failed to perform in the over seven years of the Okowa-led government.

The APC governorship candidate stated that his administration will focus on the empowerment of youths, women and reviving the infrastructural decay ravaging the three senatorial districts of Delta.

The Delta Central lawmaker explained that the thanksgiving mass was to sought for prayers and commit the 2023 governorship campaign activities to God believing that “all powers come from God”.

According to him, “With God on our side, nothing is impossible. Delta has not been well served in the last seven years despite the homogeneous resources accruing to the state. There’s no reason why we should be suffering in the state.

“It’s not going to be a tea party but with God, on our side, we shall be victorious.

We are here today to seek prayers and God’s divine guidance as we begin campaigns. We will be guided by the virtues of God.”

Senator Omo-Agege disclosed that he picked Rt. Hon Friday Osanebi as his running mate not only for his political credentials and experience but also to bridge the gap with the younger generation that would bond better with him.

While describing Osanebi as a grassroot politician and one who commands huge respect among Delta youths, he added that his addition is a big plus to the APC family and campaign council.

He further noted that APC remains united towards the liberation of Delta from the grip of the ruling PDP, stressing that Deltans deserve a better deal from 2023.

He hailed Delta State APC Chairman, Elder Omeni Sobotie and Campaign Director-General, Elder Godsday Orubebe, for their support, saying they would be the first party Chairman and Campaign DG to unseat an incumbent governor in Delta State.

He thanked God for uniting the APC   as one solid bloc for the oncoming elections at various levels and said the party is poised to win and make Delta State move forward again.

In his homily, Rev Fr (Dr) James Urien of St Paul’s Chaplaincy, Abraka, described Luke 4: 18 in the bible as where Jesus presented his “manifesto” before commencing his ministry on Earth.

Quoting the scripture, Father Urien said: “The spirit of the Lord is upon me, for he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor, proclaim release to the captives, give sight to the blind and set free the oppressed.”

He said everything Jesus promised in his “manifesto” he accomplished, stressing that Jesus did not give false hopes to the people, rather, he made himself a hospital by healing the sick, provided food by being the bread of life and was poor to make people rich.

“As you begin your campaign remember that God is the sovereign leader from whom all powers flow. People in government must learn to act as God’s agents who will bring succour to the people. Leadership must be people-oriented and focused on directional governance for equal opportunities for all. Be truthful, sincere, honest, humble and prayerful.

In an intercession, the church, led by Rev Fr. Mario Ozele offered prayers for Senator Omo-Agege and all members of Delta APC Campaign Council for God to continue to bless, protect and renew them.

They prayed “that God will grant them wisdom, understanding and success in the election and other endeavours, to provide good governance in the affairs of the party, Delta State and Nigeria.”

“As Omo-Agege and his running mate Osanebi have offered themselves to serve, we commit them to you, grant them the spirit of wisdom, and may that spirit guide and direct their purpose.”