Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has declared support for President Bola Tinubu’s potential re-election bid in 2027, arguing that it would be “evil” for the people of Delta State to vote against the president because of his family ties to the state.
Speaking during an interview on Tuesday, the governor said President Tinubu remains the only prominent figure expected to contest the 2027 presidential election with a direct connection to Delta through First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, whose ancestral roots are linked to the state.
According to Oborevwori, that relationship has strengthened the president’s appeal among many residents and should be regarded as a matter of family loyalty.
“The man is an in-law here, and it would be evil to vote against your in-law. It’s a family affair. In the South-South, the people in Delta are saying this is their own,” Oborevwori said.
Family Ties and Political Support
The governor further argued that the First Lady’s influence has reinforced support for the president across parts of Delta State, particularly within the Itsekiri ethnic community.
He also suggested that existing political dynamics in the state would further boost support for the president ahead of the next election cycle.
“The First Lady is holding the state strong, and no Itsekiri person will vote against Tinubu. No Urhobo man will because their son is the governor,” he added.
Governor Defends Tinubu’s Economic Reforms
Beyond cultural and family considerations, Oborevwori also defended the economic policies introduced by the Tinubu administration, insisting that recent reforms have had a positive impact on state finances.
According to him, increased revenue accruing to states has enabled governments to execute projects and meet developmental obligations more effectively.
“The confidence we have is in the people. His reforms and programmes are working very well. Sometimes when I commission projects and tell people we have money, it’s because of the reforms. If they are not working, we won’t get money,” he said.
Presidency’s Ties to Delta
The governor’s remarks come several months after First Lady Oluremi Tinubu received a traditional title in the Warri Kingdom during a ceremony held in February 2026, an event widely viewed as further strengthening cultural and historical ties between the Presidency and sections of Delta State.
Debate Ahead of 2027
Oborevwori’s comments are expected to generate discussion as political activities gradually build toward the 2027 general election.
The remarks are likely to reignite conversations about the influence of family relationships, ethnic identity and regional affiliations in shaping electoral decisions, particularly as prospective contenders begin positioning themselves ahead of the next presidential race.
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