Inside Delta Central’s Political War: Coordinated Plot to Oust Senator Ede Dafinone

Incumbent APC Delta Senator Ede Dafinone is facing a serious challenge in the party’s 2026 primaries, as three major contenders emerge in what insiders describe as a potential coordinated effort to unseat him.

The challengers are Fred Majemite, a grassroots political operator; John Nani, a strategist with strong party connections; and O'tega Emerhor, a financier and influential figure in Delta APC politics.

Analysts suggest their simultaneous entry could signal an organized push against Dafinone.

Party sources indicate that Dafinone’s incumbency, once considered an advantage, may now be a liability if the challengers consolidate support behind a single candidate.

With the new primary rules allowing all APC cardholders to vote, the contest’s outcome is increasingly uncertain.

Observers say Emerhor currently holds the strongest influence among party stakeholders. Nani could emerge as a compromise candidate through elite negotiations, while Majemite may rely on mobilizing grassroots support.

This primary is being viewed not only as a contest for a senatorial ticket but also as a broader struggle for control of party structures and political influence in Delta Central.

The results of this primary are expected to have significant implications for APC’s internal balance and the political landscape of Delta State ahead of the 2027 elections.