Lies and Political Mischief in Delta APC: The Fabricated “Ned Nwoko Cries Out” Story

In a clear case of deliberate misinformation, supporters linked to former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa allegedly(now apparently operating within or aligned to APC circles) have been spreading false narratives aimed at destabilizing the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, particularly ahead of the 2027 elections.

The latest example is a mischievous publication titled  “APC BETRAYED ME” — NED NWOKO CRIES OUT AFTER LOSING DELTA NORTH TICKET TO OKOWA, which appeared on platforms like Gists9ja.

This story falsely claimed that Senator Prince Ned Nwoko had publicly lamented betrayal by the APC and complained about losing the Delta North Senatorial ticket.

Official Denial from Senator Ned Nwoko’s Office

On May 26, 2026, the Office of Senator Ned Nwoko and his Media Team issued a strong rebuttal, categorically stating that:

– The statement and press release attributed to Senator Nwoko did not emanate from him or his team.

– Senator Nwoko has not granted any interview, issued any statement, or authorized any release making such claims.

– The entire publication is fabricated to mislead the public and create unnecessary tension within the APC in Delta State.

Senator Nwoko remains a committed and loyal member of the APC.
Since joining the party, he has actively worked with both state and national leadership to strengthen the APC in Delta North and across the state, supporting due process, party supremacy, and internal democracy.

The Real Motive Behind the Lies

The denial explicitly points fingers at political mischief allegedly by the Okowa media team. The fabricated narrative of “betrayal” and broken “power-sharing agreements” is designed to:

– Incite division within the APC.

– Undermine Senator Nwoko’s standing.

– Sow discord ahead of future elections.

Senator Nwoko does not engage in public outbursts or blackmail over party matters. Any internal issues are handled through proper party channels, not through sensational media leaks.

Key Takeaways

Senator Ned Nwoko’s focus remains on delivering results for the people of Delta North and supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda at the national level. He is open to collaborating with all genuine party members — old and new — to build a stronger APC in Delta State.

The public and media outlets have been urged to verify information directly from official channels before publishing. Legal action is reportedly being considered against those behind the defamatory publication.

This episode highlights a familiar tactic in Nigerian politics: using fake news and attributed false statements to create artificial crises and weaken opponents.

In this instance, the attempt to portray Senator Nwoko as disloyal or aggrieved has been firmly debunked as a product of mischief, likely from Okowa-linked elements seeking to stir trouble in the Delta APC.

Delta voters and APC members should remain vigilant against such propaganda. Unity and focus on development, not fabricated drama, will determine the party’s future in the state.

Pamela O.
Political Analyst and Political Columnist.