Fresh political tension is brewing within the Delta State chapter of the All Progressives Congress following allegations that several Delta State House of Assembly aspirants were denied access to the party’s screening process, a development that may trigger a massive wave of defections across the state.
Party stakeholders and loyalists have expressed outrage over what many describe as a deliberate sidelining of long-standing APC members in favour of new political interests allegedly aligned with former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa and emerging power blocs within the party.
The controversy is said to be more pronounced in Delta North, where aggrieved members accuse the leadership of abandoning original APC loyalists while handing strategic control of the region to forces loyal to Senator Okowa.
Several party faithful insist that the refusal to screen certain aspirants amounts to political exclusion, intimidation, and betrayal of those who built the party structure over the years.
According to insiders, the growing dissatisfaction has already ignited underground consultations among affected aspirants and ward leaders, with many reportedly considering a coordinated exit from the party if urgent reconciliation measures are not taken.
Observers warn that the development could weaken the APC’s grassroots strength ahead of future elections, especially in Delta North where internal trust appears to be rapidly eroding.
Political analysts believe the situation may become a defining test for the party’s unity in Delta State, as members continue to demand fairness, inclusiveness, and respect for established party structures.
As of the time of filing this report, the Delta APC leadership has yet to officially respond to the allegations surrounding the screening process.