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Mulade Seeks Royal Support for Warri Federal Constituency Bid, Pledges to Pursue Economic Revival
By Francis Sadhere, Warri
The National Democratic Party (NDP) candidate for Warri Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections, Chief (Comrade) Sheriff Mulade, PhD, has pledged to prioritise the economic revival of Warri through legislative advocacy, infrastructure development and the creation of employment opportunities if elected into the House of Representatives.
Mulade made the pledge during a royal visit to the Ovie of Agbarha-Warri Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Kingsley Emakpor Orereh, Ataneru, Igbi II, where he formally presented his political aspiration and sought the monarch’s blessing.
During the visit, the monarch urged the candidate and other politicians to conduct their campaigns peacefully, warning against violence, intimidation and other actions capable of threatening the peace and unity of the people.
He stressed that political differences should not divide communities, noting that the people would remain one family irrespective of the outcome of the elections.
The monarch also charged Mulade to fulfil his campaign promises if elected, describing leadership as a responsibility that requires sincerity, accountability and commitment to the welfare of the people.
He further condemned vote-buying, appealing to politicians to desist from inducing voters with money or other material benefits, but allow citizens to make independent choices based on the competence and credibility of candidates.
His Royal Majesty subsequently offered prayers for Mulade, asking for divine protection, wisdom and success in his political aspiration.
Speaking after the visit, Mulade said his decision to seek the monarch’s blessing was part of his engagement with traditional institutions and community stakeholders ahead of the 2027 elections.
He expressed confidence in his electoral ambition, declaring that he was determined to represent Warri Federal Constituency in the National Assembly.
Mulade said his legislative agenda would focus on drawing national attention to the economic potential and developmental challenges of the constituency, particularly its oil and gas resources, maritime opportunities and strategic economic infrastructure.
He identified the revival of Warri Port, Koko Port and the proposed Escravos Free Trade Zone as critical to unlocking the economic potential of the area.
According to him, the revival of the facilities would not only stimulate economic activities in Warri Federal Constituency but also complement existing maritime infrastructure in Lagos and strengthen Nigeria’s position in regional and international trade.
He argued that despite its enormous natural and economic resources, Warri had yet to fully realise its potential as a major maritime and industrial hub.
The NDP candidate said a functional port system and the revival of the Escravos Free Trade Zone would attract investments, stimulate industrial growth, create employment opportunities for youths and expand economic opportunities for women.
He added that his ambition was to ensure that the concerns and aspirations of the people were effectively presented at the National Assembly, while working with relevant arms of government to attract federal attention and development projects to the constituency.
Mulade maintained that Warri Federal Constituency possessed the natural resources, human capital and strategic geographical advantage required to play a greater role in Nigeria’s economic development.
He thanked the monarch for his prayers and fatherly counsel, assuring him that his campaign would be issue-based and peaceful.
He also pledged to remain accountable to the electorate and fulfil his commitments if given the mandate to represent the constituency.
The royal visit forms part of Mulade’s consultations with traditional rulers and other stakeholders as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The National Democratic Party (NDP) candidate for Warri Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections, Chief (Comrade) Sheriff Mulade, PhD, has pledged to prioritise the economic revival of Warri through legislative advocacy, infrastructure development and the creation of employment opportunities if elected into the House of Representatives.
Mulade made the pledge during a royal visit to the Ovie of Agbarha-Warri Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Kingsley Emakpor Orereh, Ataneru, Igbi II, where he formally presented his political aspiration and sought the monarch’s blessing.
During the visit, the monarch urged the candidate and other politicians to conduct their campaigns peacefully, warning against violence, intimidation and other actions capable of threatening the peace and unity of the people.
He stressed that political differences should not divide communities, noting that the people would remain one family irrespective of the outcome of the elections.
The monarch also charged Mulade to fulfil his campaign promises if elected, describing leadership as a responsibility that requires sincerity, accountability and commitment to the welfare of the people.
He further condemned vote-buying, appealing to politicians to desist from inducing voters with money or other material benefits, but allow citizens to make independent choices based on the competence and credibility of candidates.
His Royal Majesty subsequently offered prayers for Mulade, asking for divine protection, wisdom and success in his political aspiration.
Speaking after the visit, Mulade said his decision to seek the monarch’s blessing was part of his engagement with traditional institutions and community stakeholders ahead of the 2027 elections.
He expressed confidence in his electoral ambition, declaring that he was determined to represent Warri Federal Constituency in the National Assembly.
Mulade said his legislative agenda would focus on drawing national attention to the economic potential and developmental challenges of the constituency, particularly its oil and gas resources, maritime opportunities and strategic economic infrastructure.
He identified the revival of Warri Port, Koko Port and the proposed Escravos Free Trade Zone as critical to unlocking the economic potential of the area.
According to him, the revival of the facilities would not only stimulate economic activities in Warri Federal Constituency but also complement existing maritime infrastructure in Lagos and strengthen Nigeria’s position in regional and international trade.
He argued that despite its enormous natural and economic resources, Warri had yet to fully realise its potential as a major maritime and industrial hub.
The NDP candidate said a functional port system and the revival of the Escravos Free Trade Zone would attract investments, stimulate industrial growth, create employment opportunities for youths and expand economic opportunities for women.
He added that his ambition was to ensure that the concerns and aspirations of the people were effectively presented at the National Assembly, while working with relevant arms of government to attract federal attention and development projects to the constituency.
Mulade maintained that Warri Federal Constituency possessed the natural resources, human capital and strategic geographical advantage required to play a greater role in Nigeria’s economic development.
He thanked the monarch for his prayers and fatherly counsel, assuring him that his campaign would be issue-based and peaceful.
He also pledged to remain accountable to the electorate and fulfil his commitments if given the mandate to represent the constituency.
The royal visit forms part of Mulade’s consultations with traditional rulers and other stakeholders as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections.
