February 1st 2026

ESTEEM NEWS

In a momentous event held on Sunday, February 1st, 2026, Okakuro Bright Afure Abeke was officially inaugurated as the Coordinator of the OSU Political Forum in Sapele. The ceremony took place at the Sapele Local Government Secretariat and saw a gathering of prominent political figures.

The inauguration attracted key members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), including Senator Ede Dafinone, who represents the Delta Central Senatorial district. Other notable attendees included Olorugun Kingsley Esiso, APC patron, Chief Paulinus Akpeki, and Hon. Perkins Umukoro, Chief Whip of the Delta State House of Assembly.

Hon. Bright Abeke, while accepting his new role, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the attendees for their confidence in his leadership. He emphasized the importance of unity and collaboration within the ranks of the OSU Political Forum and the APC.

In his acceptance speech, Abeke pledged that Sapele would not falter in its support for Governor Sheriff Oborewori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 elections. His words resonated with the gathering, as he outlined a vision for a unified front moving toward electoral success.

Abeke underscored the significance of collective effort, stating that with the backing of the community and the residents of Sapele, the APC is poised to achieve great things. He urged everyone present to join hands in pursuit of their common goals.

The ceremony was officially conducted by Hon. Solomon Ighrakpata, the National Coordinator of the OSU Political Forum. His presence underscored the gravity of the occasion and highlighted the commitment of the OSU community to elevate their political impact.

The support and mutual trust displayed at the event illustrated the strength of the APC in Sapele and the broader OSU Federal Constituency. Attendees were visibly enthusiastic about the future and the potential for growth under Abeke's leadership.

As the new Coordinator, Abeke aims to fortify the party's structure and foster deeper connections with constituents, enabling the APC to effectively address local issues and elevate community welfare.

His inauguration marks a new chapter for the OSU Political Forum, promising a united front as they work towards a successful campaign in the 2027 elections. With a determined Abeke at the helm, Sapele is ready to rise to the challenge.

Stay tuned for more updates as the OSU Political Forum embarks on this exciting journey under Bright Abeke's leadership.