Honourable Monday Igbuya, by popular choice, has emerged the Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly while Friday Osanebi was declared his deputy. The emergence of Igbuya, a ranking lawmaker has balanced the tripod of power in the state. Igbuya is from Urhoboland.
Meantime, Urhobo leaders have expressed profound appreciation to Delta State House of Assembly members and the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party for finding Honourable Monday Igbuya credible to be elected the Speaker.
Spokesperson of Union of Urhobo People (UOUP), Dr. Joseph Oki in a statement issued in Mosogar, Ethiope West Local Government applauded the lawmakers and others for selecting a proven leader
The leaders also congratulated Hon Igbuya on his election as speaker of the House.
Pledging to support Igbuya in his new assignment, the leaders declared “We are proud to be associated with you and shall provide all support you shall require for the success of your tenure as Speaker.
The leaders urged Igbuya to bring his extensive knowledge and understanding of law making to the service of the state.
“We trust that, like those waiting to see changes in the state, Hon Igbuya will demonstrate a commitment to moving the state forward”.
The leaders also thanked the Delta State Governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, Chief James Ibori, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, Senator Ighoyota Amori and other prominent politicians in the state for supporting Igbuya.
“We wish you God’s help in yet another phase of your continuing service to the good people of Delta State” the statement added.
