27/08/2025
DOCUMENTARY OF DELTA STATE @34 WITH HIGH CHIEF HON. VICTOR EGBO OKEMENA, DESOPADEC MEMBER.
1. *How did you arrive this cradle of leadership as a member of DESOPADEC?*
My name is High Chief Hon. Victor Egbo Okemena, Commissioner representing the Isoko Ethnic Nationality on the Board of DESOPADEC. I hail from Oleh in Isoko South LGA. My journey into politics has been built on passion and hard work.
In 2014, while serving as Youth President of the Isoko National Youth Assembly, I organized *Isoko Youths for Christ*, a program to reorientate our youths, bring them closer to God, and encourage them to support government development efforts. The then governorship aspirant, Sen. Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, attended the program and was impressed to see thousands of youths worshiping and seeking direction. He publicly promised that if God granted him victory, I would be his first political appointee. He kept that promise.
I was appointed SSA to the Governor on Youth and Community Development, later as Executive Assistant on Youth Development, and eventually on Security Matters, where we worked to reduce kidnapping and robbery. I also served as PDP State Youth Leader and introduced the female youth wing with 25 coordinators across the LGAs.
Because of my contributions and value addition, I was later nominated and screened to represent Isoko Nation on the Board of DESOPADE; a journey that I believe was shaped by diligence, loyalty, and the grace of God.
2. *What are some landmark projects that have been commissioned under your representation?*
When I assumed office, I decided to use my impress to empower 100 Isoko youths with monthly stipends to discourage cultism, criminality, and support education. I also ensured abandoned projects were completed while initiating new ones.
Some notable projects include:
* Renovation of schools across communities.
* Construction and rehabilitation of Civic Centres in Iyede, Okpe-Isoko, Aviara, and Olomoro.
* Road projects in Irri, Isoko North, Ozoro, and Ovrode, with streetlights in Uvwie and other communities.
* Fencing of Aviara Police Station.
* Market projects in Oleh and Olomoro.
* Payment of bursaries to Isoko students.
* A 21-unit market shop in Oleh, currently at roofing stage.
These efforts ensure that both oil-bearing and non-oil-bearing communities in Isoko feel the positive impact of DESOPADEC.
3. *How has your reign aligned with Governor Sheriff Oborevworiโs MORE Agenda?*
His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, is a people-oriented governor who is delivering original, quality projects across Delta State. From flyovers in Otovwede-Ughelli, PTI Junction, and DSC Roundabout to other major infrastructure, his works speak volumes.
Isoko Nation is already a major beneficiary of his MORE agenda. I believe by 2027, his achievements will guarantee him a second term.
4. *As Delta turns 34, what message would you like to convey to Isoko nation and Deltans at large?*
I am delighted to witness Delta at 34 and pray for many more anniversaries. Isoko people stand firmly with Governor Oborevwori, who is also our in-law. We pray for his continued protection and success.
May God bless Delta State, Nigeria, DESOPADEC, and the entire Isoko Nation. Our desire is to be remembered for good, and I believe with love, unity, and wisdom, we will continue to add value to our people.
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