Ekeremor Leaders Endorse Dickson, NDC Candidates Ahead of Elections

Chief Suru Oyarede, Chairman of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Caucus in Ekeremor Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, has described the construction of the Sagbama-Ekeremor road by former Governor Henry Seriake Dickson as the only “crime” he has committed against the people of the area. Oyarede said the road project had significantly improved connectivity and created opportunities for residents, adding that it might never have been completed without Dickson’s intervention. He made the remarks during a solidarity visit by political leaders, stakeholders, women and youth representatives from Ekeremor to Dickson at his country home in Toru-Orua, where the delegation endorsed the former governor and candidates of the NDC ahead of the forthcoming elections.

Oyarede maintained that Dickson’s contributions to Ekeremor’s development and the Ijaw nation deserved recognition, assuring him of the continued support of the people.

Also speaking, the Bayelsa State NDC Caucus Chairman, Dr Oyovwi Osusu, commended the delegation for its endorsement, describing it as a positive step towards strengthening the political relationship between Sagbama and Ekeremor. He pledged that the people of Sagbama would reciprocate the solidarity shown by their Ekeremor counterparts, regardless of future political circumstances. In his response, Dickson thanked the delegation for its support and expressed confidence in the growing grassroots acceptance of the NDC. He criticised the APC-led government in the state, alleging that intimidation, inducement, economic hardship and insecurity had affected the political environment. The senator also urged residents to remain vigilant against electoral manipulation, warning politicians, security agencies and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) against undermining the people's mandate. He called on voters to remain peaceful and ensure their votes count, insisting that no individual or institution should be allowed to subvert the outcome of the forthcoming elections.