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Iyovwaye Promises To Reset Delta State To Greater Heights
By Ambrose Ologide
The Delta State Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) governorship candidate in the 2027 general elections, Deacon Chris Iyovwaye, has promised to reset Delta State to greater heights if elected into office.
Iyovwaye, whose campaign manifesto theme is ‘My Contract With My People’, made the promise at a town hall meeting with Nigerian professional bodies at the prestigious Monarchy Event Centre, Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area, on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
He explained that the meeting was organised because of the importance of professionals, noting that they have a lot to contribute to the development of an economy.
He added that he was presenting himself as a better product to Deltans.
Iyovwaye, who stated that he would serve for only one term if elected governor of Delta State in the 2027 general elections, also noted that, besides oil and gas, Delta State is blessed with abundant solid mineral resources that are yet to be exploited.
He assured that if elected governor, the solid mineral resources would be exploited to generate revenue for the state.
While emphasising that one of his main agendas, if elected governor, would be the industrialisation of Delta State, he promised to make farming more productive on a large scale and revamp moribund companies in the state.
He stated that these initiatives would provide employment for Deltans and reduce insecurity in the state.
Iyovwaye, however, stated that for all these to materialise, he would ensure steady power generation in the state. He added that, if elected into office, his administration would also give primary healthcare the attention it deserves.
The Delta State NDC governorship candidate declared that education would be foremost on his agenda if he became governor, noting that no meaningful development could take place in the absence of education.
While soliciting the votes of Deltans, he assured them that their votes would be counted and protected.
The Rotarian started his address by showcasing his laudable achievements in marine haulage, construction of marine equipment and structures, both nationally and internationally, over the past 30 years, through a screen presentation to enable Deltans appreciate his experience in human and infrastructural management.
A guest speaker at the town hall meeting, Dr Ebipuade Sapae-Ebi, delivered a talk on leadership and character.
The event featured a question-and-answer session.