By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye
As the 2027 general elections approaches, the political landscape in Delta Central is no doubt taking a new dimension as politicians jostle for political offices especially the Senatorial ticket while those occupying the seat presently also rally round for support for another term. But in all these, there is a name that resonate and dominates the lips of constituents. That name is Olorogun Hon. Barr. Fred Okiemute Majemite.
A seasoned politician, an accomplished lawyer, philanthropist, and visionary leader, Majemite has positioned himself not only as a key player in the Delta Central Senatorial race but as the clear frontrunner. His growing popularity, strategic political moves, and record of impactful service to the state, the district, his local government and communities have made him the man to beat in the upcoming 2027 elections.
Proven Track Record of Development:
Since 1999, the name Fred Majemite has been a household name in the politics of Delta Central and Delta State in general. He has demonstrated what leadership should be with a clear commitment to tangible and viable development both infrastructure and human development.
As a Commissioner in Delta State, Fred Majemite distinguished himself in service to the state and to humanity. He used his position to facilitates sustainable empowerments to people across the state and impact their lives positively. Till date, he left a legacy at the ministry were he served as a commissioner.
Majemite has numerous track records of development which includes empowerments of youths, women and elders, attracting and facilitating numerous projects such as construction of roads, schools, hospitals and electricity. Through him, thousands ha e benefitted from various skills acquisitions programs. He has always championed policies that promote good governance as a leader in Delta politics. He always stands for transparency, equity and accountability in government.
Philanthropy and Community Engagement:
Apart from his political career, Barr. Fred Majemite is also known for his philanthropic activities and community engagement. He has provided jobs to graduates and none graduates alike, scholarships to indigent students, sponsorship of hundreds on different trades and also distributed relief materials to the less privileged, and in time of needs and disaster. He supports and have supported various community development projects in his home town and beyond.
For instance, Barr. Fred Majemite in 2021 single handedly distributed trucks load of food item and other relief materials across communities in different local government areas in Delta Central. His passion for serving and giving back to society and uplifting people from pains and hardships is incomparable. His accessibility and openness has won for him friends and political associate from the length and breadth of the state and has endeared him to many constituents who see in him a leader who truly cares about their well-being.
“Fred Majemite doors are always open to everyone. To Fred, your status, personality and position does not matter. It does not also matter whether he know you or not, but as long you are a human, Majemite will listen to you, and ensure he is part of the solutions to whatever problems” Says a beneficiary.
Majemite believes in equity and principles of democracy, hence he believes power should be spread evenly all regions or areas. He is a man who believe in a dream and run with his dream.
Vision for the Future:
As the frontrunner in the Delta Central Senatorial race, Barr. Fred Majemite has as usual outlined his vision for the future of the region. His agenda includes promoting economic development, creating job opportunities for youths, improving infrastructure, and providing quality healthcare and education services, engaging multinationals exploiting the senatorial district , ensuring the grassroot benefits from numerous MDG’s and other Government Intervention Programmes and Agencies, Attracting Federal jobs and appointments to constituents and to the state.
Majemite As A Voice:
Fred Majemite has always been a voice for the people, advocating for their needs and concerns, and this will not differ if he is elected into the red chamber. With his vision and proven track records of service, Barr. Fred Majemite, is no doubt the best candidate to represent Delta Central in the Senate.
Like his name OKIEMUTE, meaning there is time for everything, the 2027 senatorial election is the perfect time and the people of Delta Central have a clear choice to make. Gone are the days when only one individual will endorsed and impose a candidate on everyone. The people of Delta Central now have the opportunity to elect a leader who not only understands their needs but also has the capacity, commitment and dedication to address them. A man who have tasted grassroot life, grassroot pains and suffering.
Fred is people friendly and open to all, old and young. He is accessible and lives with and among the people. He is always at home with his constituents. He is a shining example of a leader who sees ahead of those he is leading and it will never be a surprise that he is the clear frontrunner in the upcoming Senatorial race.
Empowerment that comes from and through him are not just fleeting cosmetic supports, but are lasting and life changing. This is a testament as some of his followers are today made SSA’s to the Governor and many also empowered. This clear focus of raising men and women to a sustainable heights has resonated with constituents across Delta Central, solidifying his image as a results-driven leader.
Grassroots Popularity and Accessibility:
Unlike many politicians who retreat and shot their doors after elections, Olorogun Fred Majemite remain a constant presence among his people. He engages with his political allies, community, friends, church of God and those around him regularly. He does not wait until there is an event before engaging his people. He is a man that believes in grassroot politics, and empowering the grassroot means satisfaction to him. His approach to issue, simplicity but discipline have made him immensely popular among the elders, youths, traditional rulers, women groups and professionals alike. His ingenuity of relating with all irrespective of class and status separates him from others. His style of life and calm manners in handling issues made governance not a distant concept, but an experience for the average person.
Strategic Political Calculations:
In 2023, Majemite made a bold and strategic move by contesting the governorship election under the defunct People’s Democratic Party (PDP) that ushered in Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. As a man of integrity and honour coupled with sincerity, he never regretted his loss at the primary but in humility borne out of great political ingenuity and loyalty, he work amd supported the Gov. Oborevwori who won the primary’s to his emergence as the state Governor. Since then, Barr. Majemite, with the zeal and enthusiasm to give back to the society in service, has prepared himself to serve his people at another level considering the great job that Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori is doing in the state. His ambition has long been borne before the mass movement to the All Progressives Congress APC. The realignment was to be in same page at the federal level and to leverage federal support for the state development, but it does not really deprives the masses from reliving representatives that has no representation, underperforming and without political sagacity to attract positive development and empowerments to the constituents and senatorial districts.
The vocal advocacy of Barr. Fred Okiemute Majemite, in ensuring empowerment goes down to the grassroot singled him out for the job, as the aspirations of masses at the grassroot level and constituents is for empowerments to trickle down to them, but with Majemite, they found a credible champion.
Without mincing words, presently majority of the Delta Central people sees themselves as marginalized as representation is concentrated in on axis. Development is perceived to be only in one area. A situation the people of Delta Central will oppose come 2027. So far, available facts revealed that Fred Majemite has demonstrated the kind of reach, track record amd connectivity that realistically guaranteed his election in the 2027 Delta Central election. He is a man to beat in the 2027 Delta Central Senatorial election. His choice is not accidental, but a product of visionary leadership, strategic politics, and unrelenting commitment to service of the peoples. With his blend of grassroots support, leadership credibility, and empowerment mindset, Barr. Fred Majemite stands tall as the front-runner in the 2027 Delta Central Senatorial race.
For Delta Central, the choice is increasingly clear. Barr. Fred Majemite is not just the candidate to watch, but a candidate to beat. Vote Fred Okiemute Majemite for Senate come 2027 and all of us will benefit from his representation and legislation.
Godwin-Maria Utuedoye is Journalist and Social Critic. He writes from Ughelli