Posted by Niger Delta Youth Council
Rt. Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, representing Ethiope Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, is steadily proving that exceptional leadership can indeed run in the family. Like her father, former Delta State Governor James Onanefe Ibori, she combines vision, dedication, and decisive action to deliver meaningful results for her constituents. Her tenure is defined not by self-interest, but by a deep commitment to improving the lives of the people she represents.
As Chairman of the House Committee on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Hon. Suenu has actively worked to ensure that opportunities and development projects reach her constituency. Through her interventions, empowerment programs worth over a billion Naira have been delivered, ranging from skills acquisition schemes, microcredit loans, agricultural support, and educational scholarships for underprivileged youths. These initiatives have transformed lives, expanded economic opportunities, and earned widespread recognition for her constituency-focused approach.
Her strategic defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All-Progressive Congress (APC) further demonstrated her commitment to the public good. Analysts hailed the move as bold, timely, and guided by a vision to maximize resources and development opportunities for the people of Ethiope Federal Constituency.
During a recent engagement with her constituents in Oghara, she stated: “I am in Abuja knocking at doors for opportunities for my people… Soon you will hear the greater gospel of what quality and effective leadership skills can do.” True to her word, her ongoing advocacy in the NDDC has led to accelerated implementation of infrastructure, health, and human capital development projects in the Niger Delta, reinforcing her reputation as a results-driven leader.
Hon. Suenu’s leadership mirrors the enduring legacy of her father, whose administration left indelible marks on Delta State. Governor Ibori delivered transformative infrastructure, advanced education, and fostered peace-building. He constructed bridges connecting remote communities, electrified Ijaw settlements, established multiple tertiary institutions, and created the Ministry of Ethnic Relations and Conflict Resolution to ensure lasting peace in conflict-prone areas.
In a similar spirit, Hon. Suenu champions the NDDC’s success, supports sustainable development, and prioritizes health initiatives and youth empowerment in the Niger Delta. Her work reflects a clear vision: lifting her constituents out of poverty and ensuring opportunities reach the most vulnerable.
Like her father, failure is not an option. Constituents see a leader who listens, acts decisively, and delivers results with integrity. Rt. Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu is more than a representative; she is a transformative force whose leadership continues to shape Delta State and inspire generations.
Indeed, for Hon. Suenu, it is a case of “like father, like daughter”—a legacy of leadership, service, and purposeful governance that endures.