The member representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi federal constituency at the National Assembly, Hon. Amaobi Ogah, has empowered his constituents with items worth N1 billion. The event tagged “Constituency briefing/ uncommon mega empowerment” took place at Umuaku Uturu in Isuikwuato local government area. Abia State governor, Alex Otti, said the programme aligned with his development agenda for the state.
Represented by the secretary to the state government, Kenneth Kalu, he praised Ogah for embarking on the initiative, noting that it would positively impact the beneficiaries. His word, “What you’re doing is what leadership should be all about. That is what representation is all about. The Almighty God, who gave you the grace to do this will continue to sustain you.”
Also speaking, the member representing Bichi federal constituency in Kano State and House Committee chairman on Appropriation, Abubakar Kabir Abubakar, applauded Ogah for the gesture. Represented by his colleague for Uyo federal constituency, Akwa Ibom State, Kabir Abubakar said only a few politicians could carry out such empowerment and infrastructure commitments.
Their colleague from Isiala Ngwa North/Isiala Ngwa South federal constituency, Ginger Onwusibe, and the state Labour Party chairman, Emmanuel Otti, also commended Ogah for the programme.
In his speech, Ogah said the event formed part of activities marking his second anniversary at the National Assembly and allowed him to brief his constituents on his stewardship. He noted, “We must come in to work together to redefine the essence of governance by demanding accountability and transparency thereby, ensuring that public trust is not abused. I make a point to say that I have represented you with the greatest responsibility, honor, and integrity. I have facilitated tremendous infrastructure developments in the constituency.”
He assured that he would do more in the future through God’s grace and with the people’s support. He urged beneficiaries not to sell the empowerment items but to use them for their intended purposes.
In their separate responses, some beneficiaries, including Simeon Ndubuisi, Ugonma Nwachukwu, and Njideka Obasi, said the programme demonstrated Ogah’s quality representation. The items distributed include sienna cars, mini buses, tricycles, grinding and sewing machines, motorcycles, and refrigerators.
