Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads and Public Information), Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has accused former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Age, of launching personal attacks against Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to gain cheap media attention ahead of the 2027 elections.
According to Aniagwu, Omo-Agege’s decision to begin his campaign with allegations against the governor, instead of outlining his plans for the Delta Central Senatorial District, shows he has no compelling message for voters. The commissioner noted that the two leaders are not even on the same ballot, as Oborevwori is seeking re-election as governor while Omo-Agege is contesting for a senatorial seat.
“If you are starting your campaign on day one, and instead of telling the people what you will do for Delta Central, you are alleging that someone not on your ballot wants to eliminate you, then something is wrong,” Aniagwu said. He stressed that the governorship and senatorial elections will not hold on the same day and involve different mandates. 
The commissioner dismissed claims that Governor Oborevwori had threatened Omo-Age, describing the allegation as inconsistent with the governor’s record. He said the past three and a half years in Delta have been marked by peace, safety and security, and that the governor does not engage in threats or intimidation.
Aniagwu argued that the repeated references to Oborevwori are a deliberate tactic by Omo-Agege to stay in the news. “He knows that if he didn’t go that route, you may not remember to mention his name, because others will stand on their records or the new things they want to bring,” he said.
He added that the Oborevwori administration will not be drawn into what he called a mud fight. Instead, the 2027 campaign will be evidence-based, anchored on the government’s achievements and milestones across the 25 local government areas, including communities in Delta Central where Omo-Agege comes from.
As proof of equitable development, Aniagwu cited ongoing projects in the senator’s home area. He disclosed that the state government is constructing the 15.7-kilometre Emevor-Orogun Road, which links several rural communities. More than 8 kilometres have already been completed under Phases I and II, with work progressing on Phase III toward Orogun.
“The governor is not looking at whether the man is speaking German or Japanese. He is interested in development that will touch his people,” Aniagwu said. He maintained that the administration will remain focused on delivering infrastructure and allowing its performance to speak for it, rather than engaging in personal attacks ahead of 2027.
