Delta Assembly Warns Politicians Against Violence Ahead of 2027

The Delta State House of Assembly has warned politicians and their supporters against turning the 2027 elections into a contest of bitterness and violence.

The Speaker, Guwor Dennis, gave the warning on Wednesday as the House resumed plenary after its 2026 annual recess.

Guwor urged political parties and candidates to focus their campaigns on ideas, programmes, competence, character and service rather than personal attacks and violence.

He noted that campaigns for the 2027 Presidential and National Assembly elections began on August 19, while campaigns for the governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections are scheduled to begin on September 9.

The Speaker urged political parties, candidates, supporters and other stakeholders to conduct themselves responsibly throughout the electoral process.

He stressed that elections should not be treated as a do-or-die affair, urging politicians to respect democratic values and allow voters to make their choices freely.

Guwor also described the planned increase in Delta State’s state constituencies from 29 to 38 as a major development ahead of the elections.

He said the creation of nine additional constituencies would provide more communities with direct representation in the State House of Assembly and strengthen grassroots participation.

The Speaker said representation remained central to democracy and described the expansion as historic for the state.

Following the resumption of legislative activities, Guwor directed lawmakers to give prompt attention to pending Bills, Motions and Petitions.

He also urged committee chairmen and members to apply lessons from their leadership training at the London Business School to their legislative responsibilities.

The Speaker reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to effective legislation, oversight and representation as the state prepares for the 2027 elections.