2027: Ofunne Bob Clifford Declares Senate Ambition, Unveils Five-Point Agenda for Delta North

A political aspirant, Ofunne Bob Clifford, has indicated his intention to contest the Delta North Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, promising to prioritise youth empowerment, infrastructure development, education, security and accountable representation.

Clifford, an indigene of Anioma, is positioning himself as a candidate with experience in public administration, business management and political studies, as he seeks to secure the mandate to represent the nine local government areas in Delta North.

According to his campaign profile, Clifford’s experience in grassroots administration includes his years with the Aniocha South Local Government Council, where he reportedly gained knowledge of the developmental challenges facing communities across the district.

He also has over 18 years of experience in business administration as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Brosbby Nigeria Limited, Abuja, where he is said to have overseen property management operations, financial administration and business development.

His supporters argue that the combination of his public-sector exposure and private-sector experience would provide a foundation for effective legislative representation.

Academically, Clifford holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from the University of Abuja, graduating with Second Class Upper Division. He also studied Statistics at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

His political engagement includes involvement with a pressure group known as The True Democrat (TTD), through which he has reportedly undertaken studies and discussions on democracy, governance and public policy.

Outlining his proposed legislative priorities, Clifford identified youth employment and economic empowerment as major areas requiring attention.

He pledged to promote skills acquisition programmes, support for small businesses and improved access to federal government empowerment initiatives for young people across Anioma.

On infrastructure, he said his agenda would focus on improved road networks, rural electrification, access to clean water and functional healthcare facilities across Aniocha North, Aniocha South, Oshimili North, Oshimili South, Ika North East, Ika South, Ndokwa East, Ndokwa West and Ukwuani local government areas.

Education is another major component of his proposed agenda, with plans to advocate scholarships, rehabilitation of schools and increased support for teachers and students.

Clifford also identified security as a priority, promising stronger collaboration with security agencies and community leaders to improve the protection of lives and property.

On accountability, he proposed regular town hall meetings, constituency briefings and transparent reporting of constituency projects to enable residents monitor legislative activities and development interventions.

His campaign described him as an administrator with a record of integrity, operational discipline and service, arguing that his experience in managing people and resources would be valuable in the National Assembly.

As political activities gradually gather momentum ahead of the 2027 elections, Clifford is seeking to persuade voters in Delta North that his combination of administrative experience, academic background and development proposals makes him a credible option for the senatorial seat.

His proposed candidacy adds to the political conversations surrounding the race to represent Delta North in the 11th National Assembly.