Concerns are mounting over the political trajectory of Honorable Cordelia Onyia, with critics alleging that her candidacy is designed primarily to serve the interests of her political benefactors—specifically within the Ika North East Local Government Area, and Owa in particular.
Investigations into her past public service reveal a controversial tenure.
Observers point out that during her time as the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) Commissioner representing the Ika nation, her track record was notably sparse.
Aside from a documented distribution of two classroom desks, there are no visible achievements tied to her representation of the ethnic nationality.
Furthermore, inside sources allege severe disparity in how opportunities were distributed under her watch.
Reports indicate that individuals enrolled for monthly 50,000 naira financial disbursements through her DESOPADEC office completely excluded constituents from the Ika South Local Government Area, raising sharp questions about regional bias.
Adding to the controversy, this platform is currently verifying claims that Onyia’s five-year budgetary allocation was completely borrowed by the previous state administration prior to her appointment.
Analysts note that these funds are allegedly tied to the broader 1.3 trillion Naira financial misappropriation case currently being investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) involving the former governor.
Compounding these structural issues, insiders whisper that Onyia wielded little control over her own office.
Sources claim her official aides were assigned to her without her input —with the entirety of her aides reportedly drawn exclusively from Ika North East.
As the election approaches, these revelations have left voters questioning whether Onyia will truly represent the entirety of her constituency or remain a proxy for regional godfatherism.
