Engr. Felix Akpoyibo, the National Coordinator of the New Delta Grassroot Movement, has called on Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, to concentrate on his ministerial responsibilities rather than engaging in premature political maneuvering ahead of 2027.
Akpoyibo, in a strongly worded statement, warned Keyamo against parading himself as a grassroots politician while failing to deliver on the expectations of Nigerians. He emphasized that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State would not accept any excuses for underperformance, especially given the critical role Keyamo’s ministry plays in national development.
"Festus Keyamo should stop parading himself as a grassroots politician and focus on his ministerial duties. Nigerians expect results, not distractions. He has started on a good note, and we do not want to see him veering off course with unnecessary political activities ahead of 2027," Akpoyibo stated.
This critique comes amid Keyamo’s recent engagement with Delta State senators, including Senator Ede Dafinone (Delta Central), Senator Ned Nwoko (Delta North), and Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas (Delta South), in his private office in Abuja. While Akpoyibo acknowledged these interactions, he urged the minister to channel his energy into governance rather than positioning himself for future political ambitions.
Akpoyibo also made it clear that the true grassroots leaders of the South-South, who have the political weight and experience to deliver for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027, are well known. He listed prominent figures such as Senator Peter Nwaboshi, Chief James Ibori, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, former Deputy Senate President of the 9th Assembly Ovie Omo-Agege, Minister Nyesom Wike, Senator Magnus Abe, and Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu. According to Akpoyibo, these are the real political heavyweights who have consistently connected with the grassroots and will be instrumental in securing victory for President Tinubu in the next election.
“These are the men who will deliver for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027 by the special grace of God. They understand the pulse of the people, they have the reach, and they have the experience. We don’t need distractions from those who should be focused on their primary assignments,” Akpoyibo declared.
With heightened expectations for improved aviation infrastructure and service delivery, Akpoyibo insisted that Keyamo must remain committed to his present assignment, ensuring that Nigerians benefit from his tenure without the distractions of early politicking.
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