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At least 90 senators have backed the creation of Anioma State from the current Delta State.
Among those who are in support of the state creation are Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, Senate Leader Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, and Senate Minority Leader Abba Patrick Moro.
Also backing the move are several former governors now serving in the Senate, including Adams Oshiomhole (Edo State), Seriake Dickson (Bayelsa State), Orji Uzor Kalu (Abia State), Gbenga Daniel (Ogun State), and Simon Lalong (Plateau State).
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Other notable Senators who have signed include Ireti Kingibe (FCT) and Tony Nwoye (Anambra), among others.
The number of endorsements has exceeded the constitutional two-thirds threshold, 67 Senators required to advance bills through the Senate.
This significant support follows the advocacy of Ned Nwoko, who represents Delta North Senatorial District and has been a leading voice in the Anioma State movement.
Nwoko had, in a letter dated May 27, 2025, appealed to the Senate President and his colleagues for their support.
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In the letter, Nwoko anchored his argument on principles of equity, justice, national development, and federal balance, noting that the creation of Anioma State would help correct longstanding regional disparities.
The proposal is formally contained in Senate Bill 481, which is currently under consideration as part of the ongoing constitutional amendment process.
