Etanabene Joins Delta Governorship Race, Picks PDP Nomination Form
The Okpe/Sapele/Uvwie lawmaker sets up a 2027 contest with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, who seeks re-election on the APC platform.
Hon. Benedict Etanabene has officially purchased the Peoples Democratic Party nomination form to contest for the office of Governor of Delta State in the 2027 general elections.
Etanabene, who currently represents the Okpe/Sapele/Uvwie Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, is expected to join the race for the governorship ticket ahead of the next electoral cycle in the state.
The lawmaker’s move sets the stage for a political contest with incumbent Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, who has already declared interest in seeking re-election under the All Progressives Congress (APC).
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