DACC assures Engr. Uwatse of support as he discloses plan to contest Warri South Constituency 1 seat come 2027

The Delta Association of Councillorship Candidates, DACC, has assured Engr. Samson Uwatse of their absolute support as he discloses plan to contest the Warri South Constituency 1 seat in Delta State House of Assembly, come 2027. 

Our Principal Correspondent, reports that they gave the assurance at the residence of Prince Francis Yonwuren in Ugbuwangue, Warri, Friday May 9.

Engr. Uwatse( Left) receiving blessing from Prince Yonwuren (2nd right) while Pastor Omonigho & others observe

The Zonal PRO of DACC , Hon. Elvis Idjerheki, who spoke on behalf of the group, commended Engr. Samson Uwatse for the bold step, adding that he has demonstrated great commitment towards the growth of APC, which they are proud of.

The Warri South Constituency 1 State Assembly hopeful, Engr. Samson Uwatse, in his remarks, said as a former APC Councillorship Candidate, he came to seek the support of Prince Francis Yonwuren, whom he described as their leader in the grassroots.

Engr. Uwatse, stated : "It is with deep humility and a strong sense of responsibility that I announce to you all my friends, my co-labourers that I, Engr. Sam Uwatse, will be seeking your mandate to represent our people at the Delta State House of Assembly, Warri South Constituency 1, come 2027.

A Cross Section of members of DACC, shortly after the consultation

"I chose to begin this conversation with you, not at a public rally, not through a loud announcement, but here, in this room, with those who truly understand what it means to be in the trenches. You are not just colleagues. You are stakeholders in this journey.

"This movement is not about me alone. It is about us, our generation within the APC, and the new kind of leadership; we must birth leadership that listens, unites, and delivers dividends of democracy to the grassroots.

"My commitment is clear:

"To be a loud voice for Warri South 1 at the Delta State Assembly.

"To champion policies that touch real lives.

"To open doors for many of us to rise and lead with dignity.

"Let this be the beginning of something purposeful. Let’s join hands, share ideas, strategize, and win together.

"We are not here to play politics. We are here to rewrite the story of representation in Warri South 1."

In his response, APC Chieftain and leader of the party in Warri South, Prince Francis Yonwuren, prayed for Engr. Uwatse, saying he is giving his blessing from his heart for him to succeed, assuring him that nobody will drag him back from the race.

Prince Yonwuren who doubles as patron of the group; described Engr. Uwatse as a loyal person who will receive the favor that follows a good leader, and commended him for the show of respect and humility.

Former APC Vice Chairmanship Candidate in Warri South, Pastor Kingsley Omonigho, Hon. Akande Felicia Awani, Coordinator of the DACC Warri South, Jacob Pessu, Peter Okoloko, and others assured Engr. Uwatse of becoming his team members when the time comes.

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