Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has announced that the daughter of the late former governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan would win an election out of sympathy without campaigning.
Governor oborevwori, who made the remark while speaking about the political chances of the former governor’s daughter, argued that the political structure available to his party could give her a significant advantage.
“We have the federal, state and local governments, and you’re saying we are not going to win? How?” Oborevwori said.
He added that denying the daughter an opportunity to contest could have attracted criticism, particularly following her father’s death.
Oborevwori
“Assuming we didn’t give the daughter of the late former Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, a chance to contest, people would blame us after he died,” the governor stated.
Oborevwori further suggested that sympathy for the former governor could translate into electoral support for his daughter, even without an extensive campaign.
“The daughter doesn’t even need to campaign; out of sympathy, she would win,” he said.
The comments have sparked criticism on X, formerly Twitter, with several users questioning the suggestion that sympathy and political connections could influence electoral success rather than a candidate’s qualifications, campaign and support from voters.
Nigerians React to Oborevwori’s Comment
Reacting to the governor’s remarks, an X user, @JUSTMADU, posting through the handle @big_bigthingz, criticised the governor and the political party.
“This man just dey disgrace Delta state seriously speaking APC really bring out the foolishness in many politicians,” the user wrote.
Another user, @unruly, posting as @InvadeYrPrivacy, questioned the idea of awarding political opportunities on the basis of sympathy.
“Giving out a political position out of sympathy?? And some delusional charlatans are supporting this malicious, 0 integrity tyrants? Yall are finished to the core,” the user stated.
Similarly, @Olu Ibadan, whose handle is @ChatOlumide, expressed surprise that a sitting governor would suggest that a candidate could win an election because of public sympathy.
“Nigerian politicians will never cease to amaze me. Imagine a serving governor boasting that the daughter of a former governor will win an election out of sympathy and not because she’s qualified or elected by the people she intended to serve in the first place,” the user wrote.
Another commenter, @Prof. White, posting as @Profwhite23, described the remarks as disappointing and called on Nigerians to defend their democratic rights.
“Personally I am quite taken aback, I can’t imagine the level of mediocrity and brazen disregard for the electorates. We have to stand strong as citizens of this nation to resist such level of disregard… It’s quite unfortunate,” the user said.
Meanwhile, @Eagle Eyes, posting as @Coolestheart1, argued that politicians’ comments should prompt Nigerians to take their civic responsibilities more seriously.
“Dear Nigerians, God Almighty had already exposed your politicians, if you like don’t do the needful wait for God to come down and help you,” the user wrote.
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“We have the federal, state and local governments, and you’re saying we are not going to win? How? Assuming we didn’t give the daughter of the late former Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, a chance to contest, people would blame us after he di£d. The daughter doesn’t even need to campaign; out of sympathy, she would win.”
— Governor Sheriff Oborevwori
— CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) October 22, 2026
Meanwhile, Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has died after a brief illness, his family confirms in a statement shared on his verified social media account.
Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru is dead, following what his family describes as a brief illness.
The news has hit hard across Nollywood, leaving fans and colleagues in mourning for an actor whose face has been part of Nigerian screens for as long as many can remember.
His family broke the news through a statement posted on his verified social media page, where they also asked for prayers and understanding as they deal with the loss.
“We, the family of Francis Duru, regret to announce his passing following a brief illness,” the statement read. “We appreciate your prayers, love, and understanding. May his soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.” Continue reading here
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