The second phase of consultative visits by the immediate past Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ndudi Elumelu, OON, gathered significant momentum on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, as he met with critical stakeholders and prominent leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State.
The consultative and interactive meeting, which held at the residence of Chief Nkem Okwuofu in Obomkpa, brought together influential party leaders and stakeholders, marking a strategic step in Elumelu’s bid for reelection to represent Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.
Elumelu, who was accompanied by senior members of his campaign organization, said the visit became necessary following his careful consideration of the 2026 Electoral Law as amended, as well as the APC’s position on primary elections. He explained that engaging directly with party leaders was crucial to securing their consent and support for his aspiration to clinch the party’s ticket ahead of the forthcoming primaries.
According to him, “As critical and prominent leaders of our great party, your support and endorsement are indispensable to the success of this project.” He added that the decision to meet stakeholders collectively in one venue was informed by the tight schedule of party activities leading up to the April and May primary elections.
In her response on behalf of APC leaders in Aniocha North, Chief Nkem Okwuofu warmly welcomed Elumelu and his team, describing his aspiration as a noble cause and a collective project that must be accomplished by the party in the area.
She disclosed that leaders across the federal constituency had already resolved to support Elumelu’s return to the National Assembly, citing his track record of effective and people-oriented representation. Okwuofu further revealed that a high-powered delegation of six prominent APC leaders, drawn from Oshimili South, Oshimili North, and Aniocha South, had earlier visited her in Asaba to affirm the unanimous backing of the leaders in the Local Government Areas for Elumelu’s candidacy.
According to her, the delegation emphasized that Elumelu remains a marketable and credible candidate, urging that no other aspirant be fielded against him. She noted that the consensus across the three local government areas reflects widespread confidence in Elumelu’s leadership and performance while in office.
Okwuofu also conveyed the appreciation of Aniocha North leaders to their counterparts in other parts of the constituency for recognizing Elumelu as a worthy candidate for the position. She expressed optimism that his return to the National Assembly would further advance development across the constituency.
Offering prayers for his success, she assured him of the unwavering support of APC leaders in Aniocha North.
The meeting was attended by several notable party figures, including Hon. Emmanuel Bazim Chinye, Hon. Chief Krees Njiokwuemeni, Chief Ada Josephine Kachikwu, Barr. Cyprain Ashibuogwu, Chief Cal Nwawolo, Hon. Dr. Jaunty Okwudi, Prince Uzoma Idabor, Dr. Daniel Odinegwe Odigei, Prof. Patrick Ezeagwu, and Sir Mathew Chinye, among others.
The consultation exercise is expected to continue across the constituency as Elumelu intensifies efforts to secure the APC ticket ahead of the 2026 general elections.
