By Unue Emeka,
A serving councillor in Ukwuani Local Government Area of Delta State, Hon. Chukwuemeke Victor, has formally entered the race for the Ndokwa/Ukwuani Federal Constituency seat after obtaining the All Progressives Congress (APC) expression of interest and nomination forms ahead of the 2027 House of Representatives election.
Victor, one of the youngest aspirants contesting for the position, completed the nomination process on Tuesday, declaring that his ambition represents “a New Era, New Order” focused on transparency, accountability and inclusive governance.
Speaking shortly after obtaining the forms, the APC chieftain pledged to offer effective and people-oriented representation capable of driving legislative interventions that would improve the economy, strengthen national security and create opportunities for constituents across Ndokwa and Ukwuani communities.
“It all commenced with a conviction to represent, a commitment to serve, and a desire to be more impactful in shaping national dialogue,” Victor stated.
He also expressed appreciation to his supporters across the Ndokwa nation and political allies within and outside Delta State for backing his aspiration.
Widely known in political circles as “Mr Due Process,” Victor has gained attention in recent years for his confrontational stance against alleged irregularities in local government administration.
His political involvement reportedly began through active participation in the Ndokwa Neku Union (NNU) in Abuja before formally joining partisan politics under the APC in 2015.
Victor’s political profile expanded significantly after emerging as a councillor representing Ward 19, Ezhionum, in the 2024 local government elections.
Since assuming office, he has become known for aggressive oversight activities and advocacy for institutional accountability within the council system.
Within weeks of inauguration, the councillor reportedly uncovered discrepancies in council financial records during a budget presentation, triggering controversy within the local government but attracting public attention to issues of transparency and fiscal accountability.
He subsequently petitioned anti-corruption and oversight agencies, including the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), seeking investigations into the council’s finances.
Political observers believe his actions contributed to administrative adjustments within the council, including the introduction of periodic town hall meetings by the local government chairman aimed at improving public accountability.
Beyond his oversight role, Victor has also initiated several grassroots projects in his constituency, including the renovation of the Ezhionum Kingdom town hall, installation of boreholes, support for local education through the engagement of teaching aides, and governance exposure programmes involving more than 20 youths, many of them women.
In what he described as a commitment to transparency, the councillor also directed that constituency funds meant for projects be paid directly into the account of the community development association for collective management.
Victor said his campaign would focus on institutionalising accountability, deepening participatory governance and delivering result-oriented representation at the federal level.
His entrance into the contest is expected to intensify political activities in Ndokwa/Ukwuani Federal Constituency as aspirants begin early mobilization ahead of what political stakeholders predict could become a highly competitive race.
Campaigning under the slogan, “A New Era, A New Order Mandate,” Victor is positioning himself as a reform-driven candidate determined to challenge conventional political structures and redefine representation in the constituency.
