Promise Lawuru enters House of Reps race for Warri seat
Promise Lawuru, a prominent All Progressives Congress figure from the Niger Delta, has officially picked up his nomination form to contest for the House of Representatives. His move is seen as a direct challenge to incumbent Thomas Erheyitomi, who has held the seat since 2019. Supporters describe Lawuru’s candidacy as a “liberation movement” aimed at bringing proactive leadership to the constituency. The “Youth O’Clock” slogan is gaining momentum, especially among women and young people.
Key takeaways
- Promise Lawuru picked up his APC nomination form to run for the House of Representatives seat in Warri.
- He aims to end the third-term ambition of the current representative, Thomas Erheyitomi.
- Supporters say Lawuru’s candidacy represents a break from the status quo and a push for more dynamic leadership.
- His history of humanitarian work and grassroots mobilisation has built strong support, especially among youth and women.
- The “Ozigizaga” brand is being promoted as inclusive and capable of uniting diverse groups within the constituency.
