Former Delta Governor Highlights Disconnect Between Nigerians and Government
Ifeanyi Okowa, former governor of Delta State and PDP running mate, said Nigerians feel disconnected from government at all levels.
In Brief
- •Ifeanyi Okowa, former governor of Delta State and PDP running mate, said Nigerians feel disconnected from government at all levels.
- •He spoke at the Forum of former Deputy Governors of Nigeria 2026 Conference in Abuja on 20 October 2026.
- •Okowa cited gaps between policy formulation, implementation and citizens’ everyday life as a key cause.
- •He warned that weak citizen participation, inadequate public services and exclusion of youths, women and disabled people weaken the social contract.
- •The former governor called for greater trust, accountability, inclusion and shared responsibility to rebuild the social contract.
Why It Matters
The disconnect between citizens and government threatens social cohesion and effective governance in Nigeria. When policy decisions fail to reach or resonate with ordinary people, public trust erodes, and the legitimacy of democratic institutions is challenged. Okowa’s remarks underscore the need for inclusive policy processes and stronger citizen engagement to ensure that national development translates into tangible benefits for all Nigerians.
Key Details
- Speaker
- Ifeanyi Okowa
- Event
- Forum of former Deputy Governors of Nigeria 2026 Conference
- Location
- Abuja
- Date
- 2026-10-20
- Theme
- Citizen-government disconnect
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