By: Sam Ugochukwu
The African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate for the 2027 Delta State governorship election, Engr. Isaac Eshor, has intensified his consultations with key stakeholders across the country, paying a courtesy visit to the revered Estu Nupe, His Royal Majesty, Alhaji (Dr.) Yahaya Abubakar, to seek royal blessings and guidance ahead of the forthcoming election.
Eshor, who described the Estu Nupe as a father figure and long-time mentor, said the visit formed part of his nationwide engagement with traditional institutions and opinion leaders as he prepares for the 2027 governorship contest.
Speaking with journalists after the meeting, the AAC governorship hopeful emphasized the importance of traditional rulers in nation-building, noting that they remain custodians of culture, peace, and community values.
According to him, traditional rulers occupy a unique position in society and play critical roles in promoting unity, stability, and development among the people.
I paid a consultation visit to the palace of His Royal Majesty, Alhaji (Dr.) Yahaya Abubakar, the Estu Nupe, as part of my ongoing stakeholder engagements across the nation. I deeply value the wisdom, counsel, and leadership of our traditional rulers, whose contributions to peace and development remain invaluable, Eshor stated.
The AAC candidate recently received an endorsement from the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) during an event held in Abuja. He said the endorsement reflects the growing confidence of Nigerian youths in his vision for leadership and development.
Eshor further noted that his roots and relationships extend beyond Delta State, describing himself as a true Nigerian who has built strong ties across various regions of the country.
The governorship aspirant disclosed that his consultations have also taken him to several traditional rulers in Delta State. He recalled his recent visit to the palace of
His Royal Majesty, Alhaji (Dr.) Yahaya Abubakar, the Estu Nupe,where discussions centered on peace, unity, and sustainable development in Delta State and the Nigeria13j at large.
According to Eshor, the engagements with royal fathers are aimed at fostering collaboration and gathering valuable insights that will contribute to the progress of Delta State.
Our discussions focused on the continued peace, unity, and development of our people, as well as the collective responsibility we share in advancing the interests and wellbeing of our communities. I remain committed to working with all stakeholders in pursuit of a stronger, more united, and more prosperous Delta State, he said.
He expressed appreciation to the traditional rulers for their warm reception and valuable counsel, assuring that their advice would continue to guide his efforts as he seeks to offer leadership and development-driven governance for the people of Delta State.
Political observers view Eshor’s consultations with respected traditional institutions as part of a broader strategy to strengthen grassroots engagement and promote inclusive dialogue ahead of the 2027 general elections.
