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  • Ned Nwoko Cries Out After APC Primary Defeat in Delta North, Alleges Broken ‘Automatic Ticket’ Promise

    Senator Ned Nwoko has expressed disappointment following his defeat in the All Progressives Congress (APC) Delta North senatorial primary, alleging that he was earlier promised an automatic ticket before joining the party.

    The primary election was won by former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, who polled 113,309 votes. Nwoko reportedly scored 2,612 votes, while Maryam Ali polled 40 votes.

    Nwoko Rejects Result, Alleges Irregularities

    Reacting to the outcome, Nwoko dismissed the result, insisting that the process was flawed and did not reflect internal agreements he believed were in place before he joined the APC.

    He claimed there were assurances of a power-sharing arrangement within the party structure, including the dissolution of the state executive and strategic nominations to accommodate new entrants.

    According to him, those agreements were not honoured.

    ‘I Was Promised Automatic Ticket’ — Nwoko

    Speaking during an interview on Prime Time, the senator alleged that he was promised an automatic ticket prior to joining the APC.

    “I certainly was told before I came into the party that there would be automatic ticket for me,” he said.

    He added that he would not have left his previous political platform without assurances of a secured political position.

    Nwoko also alleged that the party leadership later required him to participate in a competitive primary, contrary to earlier expectations.

    Claims of Victory in Wards

    Despite the official results, the senator maintained that he had evidence of strong performance across multiple wards.

    “We won in 98 wards,” he claimed, insisting that discrepancies existed in the collation process.

    He further argued that the result announced in favour of Okowa did not reflect the true outcome of the exercise.

    Political Tensions Deepen in Delta APC

    The development highlights growing tensions within the APC in Delta State as key political figures continue to dispute the conduct and outcome of internal primaries ahead of future elections.

  • Okowa Defeats Ned Nwoko In APC Delta North Primary As Senator Breaks Silence

    Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has reportedly emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress (APC) Delta North senatorial primary election after defeating Senator Ned Nwoko by a wide margin.

    Results circulating online showed Okowa polling 113,309 votes in the primary election, while Ned Nwoko secured 2,612 votes. Another aspirant, Maryam Alli, reportedly received 40 votes.

    Okowa Records Wide Victory

    According to figures shared online by political commentator Ossai Ovie Success, the former governor dominated the exercise across the Delta North Senatorial District.

    The reported breakdown of the results showed:

    Sen. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa – 113,309 votes

    Sen. Ned Nwoko – 2,612 votes

    Maryam Alli – 40 votes

    The primary election has continued to generate reactions within Delta political circles as party members await official confirmation from the APC national leadership.

    Ned Nwoko Reacts After Primary Election

    Following the outcome of the exercise, Senator Ned Nwoko released a statement appreciating supporters across Delta North for what he described as massive participation and loyalty during the primary process.

    The senator said the turnout reflected strong political engagement and demonstrated the level of trust many constituents still have in his leadership and vision for the district.

    According to him, although he was awaiting the official declaration from the party’s national committee, reports from wards and local government areas already showed significant support from party members.

    Nwoko further stated that he does not take the support for granted, adding that it would continue to motivate his commitment to public service and representation.

    APC Delta North Primary Sparks Reactions

    The reported victory by Ifeanyi Okowa has stirred conversations online, especially given the political weight both figures carry in Delta State politics.

    Supporters of both camps have continued reacting to the outcome while awaiting the final official position of the APC on the senatorial primary election.

    The development also adds another major twist to political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections in Delta State.