DELTA 2019: :I HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO LEAD DELTA STATE TO GLORIOUS HEIGHTS:....HELEN ONOKITI TELLS DELTANS

“If I emerge as the Governor of Delta state, come 2019, I will work for the good of my people and will make them understand that we can diversify into other viable sectors that will generally improve our economy and individual lives”…….Helen Onokiti

A gubernatorial aspirant on the platform of the Advanced Peoples' Democratic Alliance, APDA, Chief (Mrs.) Helen Onokiti, is not a new face in the political space of oil rich Delta state following her numerous contributions to the development and well being of her people in the state.

Speaking with Emmanuel Onotevure, Editor-In-Chief of Naij News Alert recently in Abuja, Hon. Onokiti disclosed that her decision to run for the exalted office of Governor of Delta state is borne out of her strong conviction that she has what it takes to deliver quality democratic dividends to the good people of the state and bring about the desired economical and developmental growth that the state truly deserves.

“It is high time a woman is given the opportunity to lead the state as women are better managers of resources and people”, she stated.

According to the APGA gubernatorial aspirant, “we focus our resources and economy elsewhere and all we do understand in Delta state is oil and gas but, I will make them understand that we can go into agriculture. Also, if given the opportunity and support, I create quality job opportunities for the women and youths in the state and attract sustainable development for my people”.

“Other areas that will receive my attention are provision of social amenities, roads, and infrastructures that will make life more meaningful to the citizenry”, the very compassionate politician stated.

On her thoughts for the women folk and not excluding the youths who are her immediate constituents and to ensure that women and youths are adequately catered for, Hon. Onokiti has this to say:

“The society we live in today sees the average woman, irrespective of her education or social standing, as only fit for the kitchen. That is a wrong perception and we must strive to change the narrative for a better and developed society which will accommodate all”.

“Empowerment and creating skills acquisition programme for the women and youths in the society will get top priority attention as these are key factors to the success of any government or administration”.

“If I Emerge as the governor of Delta state, come 2019 I will make them understand that there is so much a woman can contribute in moving the state forward”, she said.

Delta state politics, especially the governorship contest is regarded as a male dominated affair but you are seeking to run against them.

How do you see your chances? What impact will aspirants like you make in the polity?

I am a citizen of Nigeria. The position is not meant for men alone and, as a woman I know the pains of my people and what their needs are. I have what it takes to be a leader and I am a woman of the people.

When I emerge as the Governor I will change it for good. For me, I will look beyond oil and gas because this is a jet age and positive changes are happening all and around us.

I will improve agricultural sector by using the mechanized system of farming and ensure that areas in the state which have the propensity for agriculture, get quality support and boost from the government.

Who is Helen Onokiti?

I am Helen Onokiti, from Ughelli North, Agbarho precisely in Delta State and I am aspiring to contest for the governorship position, under the APDA.

Delta state will witness massive industrialization with the youths and women becoming empowered. By virtue of been a woman; I am already an endowed leader. I am a grassroots mobilize.

I am the founder of Niger Delta Women Research, South south woman leader for Buhari Youth Organization, I am the coordinator of Voice of Women Leadership Initiative, Delta state chapter, also a leader in Women In Politics, also the State Director of Saraki Youth and Women Mobilization. All these and many more is whom Helen Onokiti

I have empowered men and women in Delta state through BOI loans, I have done a lot of sensitization in various schools in Delta state and I have touched the lives of the less privileged.

Lastly, peace and security in the Niger Delta; how can it be sustained particularly in Delta state?

We all known and understand that women and youths are the bedrock of every society and with a woman in charge of the affairs of running the home, now in charge of the affairs of the state, it is an easier said than done task.