By Anne Azuka
The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, has announced plans to hold a special session bringing together current lawmakers and former members of the Assembly, described as Non-Sitting Members.
Speaking during plenary, Rt. Hon. Guwor disclosed that the event will take place from Wednesday, November 12 to Friday, November 14, 2025, in Asaba, the Delta State capital.
Expected dignitaries include the State Governor and former Speaker, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, alongside other past Speakers such as Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Okoro, Rt. Hon. Kent Omatsone, Rt. Hon. Martins Okonta, Rt. Hon. Victor Ochei, Rt. Hon. Monday Igbuya, Rt. Hon. Basil Ganagana, Rt. Hon. Frank Enekorogha, Rt. Hon. Peter Onwusanya, and Rt. Hon. Olise Imegwu.
To ensure smooth organization of the event, the Speaker constituted a five-member committee chaired by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo. Other members include Hon. Austin Uroye, Hon. Perkins Umukoro, Hon. Festus Utuama, and Hon. Bridget Anyafulu, with the Deputy Clerk (Administration), Mr. Smart Edoge, serving as Secretary.
Commenting on the initiative, the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Mr. Nkem Nwaeke, described the planned session as an innovative and unprecedented move aimed at strengthening legislative collaboration and governance in Delta State.
“The Speaker’s visionary leadership is evident in initiating this special session with former members of the House. This gesture underscores his commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive legislative environment,” Nwaeke said.
He emphasized that the gathering will leverage the experience and expertise of former lawmakers to provide insights that will shape the future of the state legislature and governance.
“This initiative will strengthen the Assembly, making it better equipped to address the state’s development challenges while promoting peace, unity, and good governance,” the CPS added.
Nwaeke further noted that Rt. Hon. Guwor has consistently demonstrated a commitment to bridging the gap between past and present legislators to ensure continuity in governance and effective policymaking.
“It is anticipated that this collaboration will yield innovative ideas, informed policy decisions, and ultimately contribute to the socio-economic growth and prosperity of Delta State,” he stated.
