SAPELE/Nigeria: The Senator representing Delta Central, Ede Dafinone, has urged members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state to remain united and steadfast in their support for Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Sheriff Oborevwori, saying current government policies are yielding the right impact and positioning the country for long-term stability.
Dafinone also called on his supporters to embrace and work with new entrants into the Delta APC, stressing that while the party did not win all positions in the 2023 general elections, it must now build a stronger and more cohesive structure capable of securing victory across board in 2027. He described unity as the party’s greatest strength.
The senator made the remarks while addressing party faithful at an end-of-year luncheon held at his residence along Dafinone Way on December 30, 2025, where members of his campaign structure from the eight local government areas of Delta Central were hosted.
He reminded the gathering that the APC now controls both the federal and state governments, noting that cooperation across all levels was essential to deliver meaningful development to the people
“We are all APC. Our governor, Elder Sheriff Oborevwori, is APC. Our president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is APC,” Dafinone said. “We must continue to support them and their policies fully. We must work together—federal, state and local governments—as one big family.”
The lawmaker praised President Tinubu’s leadership, describing him as well prepared for the responsibility of governing the country, with the experience and capacity to steer Nigeria through challenging times.
According to him, although recent economic reforms had brought hardship, they were necessary steps towards long-term economic stability. “The removal of subsidy was painful because petroleum subsidy benefited only a few,” he said. “But today, things are beginning to adjust. Prices of food items are coming down, and Nigeria will be better for it.”
Dafinone urged party members not to lose faith, calling for patience and collective resolve as the country navigates economic recovery. “Stay strong. Stay united. Keep believing. Together, we will move forward,” he added.
He described the gathering as more than a political meeting, saying it was a family reunion aimed at reconnecting with loyal supporters. “I call you my family because that is what you are,” he said. “If I don’t see you, I won’t know your challenges, and if I don’t know your challenges, then I am not doing the job you sent me to do.”
Reflecting on his political journey, the senator noted that many present had stood by him since 2006, stressing that genuine political relationships, like family ties, endure disagreements and challenges.
He assured supporters of his continued accessibility, saying no one should feel abandoned. “If you have a problem, call me. If I can help, I will. If I cannot, I will still listen,” he said.
Dafinone also acknowledged the financial pressures confronting many Nigerians, explaining that delayed responses to requests should not be interpreted as indifference to their struggles.
On party affairs, he reminded members of their role in the APC’s successes at the polls, noting that many had delivered polling units, wards and local governments in previous elections. Although the party did not produce the governor in 2023, he said its current alignment with the state government had created fresh opportunities.
“Today, the governor is with us, and that means the dividends of democracy are closer than ever,” he said, adding that having the same party at the state and federal levels would improve coordination on roads, water supply and other development projects.
APC stakeholders from Delta Central, including Adelabu Bodjor, Chief Able Idigun and Chief Tuesday Onoge, commended Dafinone’s performance in the Senate and appealed for understanding, noting that he is not yet a ranking senator. They expressed confidence that his re-election in 2027 would translate into even greater results for the district.
The event attracted a wide array of party leaders and stakeholders, including the Chief of Staff, Chief Adelabu Bojoh; Deputy Chief of Staff, Hon. Justin Oborerirhi Uloho; Chief Steve Sokoh; former Udu Local Government Chairman, Chief Fred Kakah; Hon. Valentine Onojeghou; APC State Publicity Secretary, Chief Collins Ezewu; Sir John Ebireri; Onojaife Stanley; Hon. Henry Esiri, as well as youth and women leaders.
The gathering ended on an optimistic note, with the senator urging party members to remain united and hopeful as the new year approaches. “Do not lose faith,” Dafinone said. “Stay united. Better days are ahead.”
