The Umeh Youth Assembly (Ovragwa), Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, has declared that the community’s political direction ahead of the 2027 elections will be determined by tangible development and performance, rather than political promises.
A statement signed by the Umeh Youth Body Publicity Secretary, Comrade Akpomedae Iruoghene God’swork, quoted the Chairman of the assembly, Mr Otehekor John, as making the assertion on Sunday while reacting to a declaration by a prominent community leader, Chief Akpovienehe Duncan Afahokor, who recently reaffirmed his support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its 5/5 agenda ahead of the 2027 elections.
Afahokor had anchored his position on what he described as the benefits of the party’s contributions to the development of Umeh.
Backing the position, John said the community would assess political actors by their records and the impact of their interventions on the people.
According to him, the interests of Umeh remained centred on development, improved living conditions and the wellbeing of its people.
He said the community had witnessed projects including road rehabilitation, a water project, reconstruction of the health centre, street lighting and renovation of the primary school.
“These are not mere promises on paper. They are visible projects and interventions that the people of Umeh can see and experience.
“Umeh’s 2027 political direction will certainly be decided by works, not just mere political promises. The people will look at what has been done, what is ongoing and what is being proposed for the future,” he said.
The youth leader said Umeh youths would appreciate those whose interventions had made a tangible difference in the community through their votes.
He, however, stressed that recognition of existing projects would not end the community’s demand for more development.
John called for greater investment in youth empowerment, employment, education, healthcare, human capital development and infrastructure.
He said the people could simultaneously appreciate development efforts and demand accountability from those in authority.
“Our message is simple: Umeh will remember those who worked for Umeh. Our political decisions in 2027 will be guided by development, performance and the interests of our people,” John said.
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