Eshor Storms Asaba, Pledges to Rescue Delta Economy With Jobs, Accountability and Blue Economy
ASABA, Delta State — The African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate in Delta State, Engr. Isaac Eshor, has declared his determination to win the 2027 governorship election and redirect the state’s resources towards job creation, economic diversification and accountable governance.
Eshor made the declaration in Asaba on Thursday while interacting with community newspaper publishers and journalists as part of his ongoing consultations with stakeholders across the state ahead of the 2027 election.
The AAC candidate said his ambition was not merely to occupy the Government House but to build an economy capable of creating sustainable opportunities for Deltans, particularly young people.
According to him, Delta State is endowed with significant financial, natural and maritime resources which, if properly managed, could transform the state’s economy and improve the living standards of its people.
Eshor Questions Spending Priorities
Eshor criticised what he described as the present administration’s emphasis on flyover projects, arguing that greater attention should be given to employment generation, rural roads, human capital development and economic ventures capable of creating wealth.
He cited what he described as approximately N4.19 trillion received by the state between 2023 and 2026 and questioned whether the level of development across the state reflects the volume of resources available to government.
He also questioned the reported expenditure of about N177 billion on five flyovers, arguing that government spending should be accompanied by greater transparency and measurable economic benefits.
“What we need is accountability of all the funds that have been coming to this state so that we can be able to know that, at least, we should be able to give a pass mark,” Eshor said.
He maintained that Deltans deserve greater clarity on how public resources are being utilised and the measurable benefits government projects are delivering to communities.
Maritime Economy as Major Economic Opportunity
Drawing from his background in the maritime sector, Eshor identified Delta’s waterways, coastline and maritime assets as major opportunities that could help diversify the state’s economy.
The governorship hopeful said the state should make better use of its maritime potential, including its ports and waterfronts, to attract investment and create employment.
“I was a sailor and I’m still a sailor,” Eshor said, stressing that his experience in the maritime sector had given him an understanding of the opportunities available in the state’s blue economy.
He also said Delta should explore commercially viable ventures beyond conventional government projects as part of efforts to expand its revenue base and create employment opportunities.
Jobs and Skills for Young Deltans
Job creation, Eshor said, would remain at the centre of his campaign, particularly through technical and maritime-related training programmes.
He said a government under his leadership would develop initiatives aimed at equipping young Deltans with practical skills, including engineering and other technical areas linked to the maritime industry.
Eshor argued that skills development must be connected to genuine economic opportunities capable of helping young people become productive and financially independent.
“The People Are the Structure”
Addressing the political structure required to challenge the established parties in the 2027 election, Eshor said the AAC would rely primarily on the people rather than political structures alone.
“The people are the structure,” he declared.
He insisted that the 2027 election should be about the interests and welfare of Deltans rather than simply the strength of political parties.
Eshor expressed confidence that the AAC could defeat the established political parties, citing recent political developments in Osun State as an example of what he described as the ability of voters to change governments through the ballot.
Asked whether he was coming to take over Delta State in 2027, Eshor responded emphatically:
“101 per cent, we are coming to take over.”
Appeals to Deltans
Eshor urged Deltans to critically assess the competing political choices ahead of the 2027 election, arguing that the state requires leadership capable of managing its resources effectively and converting them into economic opportunities.
He said his campaign would focus on accountability, job creation, economic diversification, youth development and the utilisation of Delta’s natural and maritime resources.
The AAC candidate added that his ongoing consultations would provide an avenue to engage communities, youths, professionals, traditional leaders, journalists and other stakeholders on his vision for the state.
As the 2027 governorship contest gradually gathers momentum, Eshor is positioning economic transformation, accountability, job creation and the development of Delta’s blue economy as central themes of his campaign to challenge the incumbent administration.
