Osanebi Backs Light Up Ndokwa Protest

Deputy Governorship Candidate of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in the March 2023 Gubernatorial Elections, Rt. Hon. Friday Osanebi, has thrown his weight behind the “Light Up Ndokwa” protests scheduled for Monday, June 16, 2025.

In a personally signed statement made available to newsmen in Asaba, Osanebi expressed his support, saying:

“Dear Ndokwa Patriots, I have been inundated with calls regarding the planned protests against the non-electrification of Kwale and other towns in Ndokwa Nation. I am pleased to inform you that you have my total support.

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“It is disheartening to see that, despite being the economic backbone of our nation, many towns in Ndokwa still live in perpetual darkness without access to electricity, particularly our major town, Kwale. For years, Kwale, the economic center of Ndokwa Nation, has been disconnected from the national grid, forcing our people to rely on expensive alternatives to power their homes. This is unfair, and enough is enough!

“The state of electricity supply across Ndokwa Nation is a serious concern. As stakeholders and leaders, it is imperative that we lend our voices and support to this protest, which aim to bring attention to the plight of our people living in darkness.

“Let me be clear: my decision to support this protest stems from the suffering I’ve witnessed among my people. This is not a political move. Given that Delta is now a one-party state, I firmly believe that anyone who doesn’t support this outcry for power restoration to our towns is, in essence, anti-Ndokwa.

“Anyone disparaging the protests without offering alternative solutions to our people’s continuous darkness doesn’t have the best interests of Ndokwa Nation at heart.

“I urge the organizers to keep the protests peaceful, focused, and within the law. Ensure that the process isn’t hijacked and remains driven by the sole purpose of demanding government action to electrify our towns.”, the statement read.