Ebu Road Visit: AAC Candidate Eshor Accuses Delta Govt of Political Deception
The governorship candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in Delta State, Engr. Isaac Eshor, has criticised the recent visit by a Delta State Government delegation to Ebu Community in Oshimili North Local Government Area, describing the exercise as a political gimmick rather than a genuine response to the community’s longstanding infrastructural challenges.
Eshor, reacting to the government’s inspection of the deteriorating roads in the agrarian community, alleged that the visit was designed to create false hope among residents and pacify them ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
According to the AAC candidate, successive administrations in Delta State have failed to adequately address the infrastructural problems confronting Ebu and other rural communities across the state.
He identified dilapidated roads, inadequate social amenities, poor healthcare facilities and economic hardship among the major challenges affecting residents.
“The government’s visit to Ebu was nothing more than political window dressing. Once again, the people have been given assurances that their roads will soon be fixed, but the question remains: why are these promises coming only after years of neglect?” Eshor queried.
Eshor Demands Accountability Over Delta Revenue
Eshor argued that the condition of roads in Ebu reflects what he described as a wider infrastructural deficit across rural Delta State, despite the state’s substantial financial resources.
He called on the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to provide greater transparency regarding the utilisation of state revenues.
Eshor claimed that Delta State had received ₦4.119 trillion in federal allocations, excluding internally generated revenue, and argued that residents deserved greater clarity on how such resources had translated into tangible development.
“Deltans deserve to know how these resources have been spent and what direct impact they have had on the lives of ordinary citizens,” he stated.
The AAC candidate maintained that poor road infrastructure continues to hamper agricultural production, restrict movement and undermine economic activities in communities where residents depend heavily on farming and small-scale businesses.
Ebu Roads and Rural Development
Eshor urged residents of Ebu not to be swayed by government visits and political assurances, insisting that the performance of any administration should ultimately be measured by completed projects and improvements in the living conditions of citizens.
“What the people are witnessing is another round of political deception. Ebu deserves action, not endless inspections and assurances. Development must be visible, practical and impactful,” he said.
He also called for improved healthcare services, potable water, educational infrastructure and greater economic opportunities for rural communities across Delta State.
The AAC candidate said an AAC-led administration would prioritise rural development, transparency, accountability and equitable distribution of infrastructure across communities in the state.
Ebu–Ezi–Ukala Road Under Spotlight
The government delegation’s visit to Ebu followed complaints from residents over the deteriorating condition of the Ebu–Ezi–Ukala Road, an important route connecting the community with neighbouring towns and commercial centres.
Eshor also raised concerns over the condition of the Ogbolu–Illah–Ebu Road, which he identified as a federal road serving the area.
He said the poor condition of both the federal and state roads had negatively affected transportation, commerce and agricultural activities in Ebu and surrounding communities.
According to him, the challenges confronting Delta State are not necessarily the result of a lack of resources, but what he described as the inability of successive administrations to convert available resources into visible and sustainable development.
He therefore called on relevant authorities to move beyond inspections and political engagements and commence the rehabilitation and reconstruction of the affected roads.
“The people have waited long enough. What they need now is action, not another cycle of political promises. Government must demonstrate its commitment through tangible projects that will improve the welfare of the people and stimulate economic growth,” Eshor added.
Ezisi Media Consult (EMC News) will continue to monitor developments surrounding the Ebu road projects and the wider infrastructure debate ahead of the 2027 Delta State governorship election.
