Ukodhiko’s pedigree, proof of capacity to represent Isoko Federal Constituency

By Ajiri-Oghene Oreh

As we go into the polls in 2023, what should be criterion for voting our next representatives for the next four years should be the personal pedigree, antecedent as proof or evidence of the candidates’ capacities to deliver on the mandate to be given to them.

Universally, the legislature is the powerhouse of democracy. Here in Nigeria, the National Assembly (NASS) remains the most critical arm of government. Many have come to see the National Assembly has the best training ground for the enthronement of purposeful leadership.

With the people of personal accomplishments and capacities contesting for seats in the National Assembly through various political parties in various states of the Federation, it is obvious, to say, the next Assembly will be robust, marked by robust legislative delivery and responsive representation to the people.

At this critical time in our nation’s political history, Isoko can’t afford to send a charlatan or a pretender with no personal pedigree, antecedent to the National Assembly. Yes, We must be cognizant of the fact, good governance or representation are not in words or mere political promises but in actions.

We must critically think and consciously look less on mere promises and money been doled out and, think more and look well of people who have the requisite personal pedigree, antecedent in both the public and private sectors having the capacity to give, not only good representation but bring the desired dividends of democracy to us all.

The Isoko ethnic nationality has always been known for sending men and women who have personal pedigree, antecedent, and who are vibrant with strong character as representatives in the National Assembly, be it in the Federal House of Representatives, or in the Senate as represented by Stella Omu

Thus, I make bold to say that, the House of Representatives Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for Isoko Federal Constituency, Pastor Engr. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko stands out as the best amongst those who are contesting the Isoko Federal Seat in Abuja.

The reason is not far-fetched as he has the pedigree and antecedent. For more than two decades, he has been a successful businessman and investor with global exposure, reach and contacts. He runs successful companies in the oil and gas , construction and real estate sectors, both at home and in the diaspora under the parent-body of Joeny Holdings Ltd which has employed hundreds of youths including those from Isoko extraction.

Ukodhiko’s pedigree is not in doubt, so also, his antecedent both in the public service and in the private sector. As a civil commissioner in Delta State, he used the position to serve his people and help in realising their manifold aspirations. He was a Commissioner and member of the Delta State Executive Council for 8months! And his record of public service shows he saw to the socio-economic empowerment of the people. Whether in his capacity as a Civil Commissioner or as businessman, he did his utmost best to protect, advance and promote the overall Isoko interest.

There are no doubts, Ukodhiko foray into politics is simply to improve the welfare of his people of Isoko Federal Constituency, and the overwhelming calls, the massive supports and mass mobilization of the people for him to go the House of Representatives are motivated by their recall of his sterling performance during his days in government, and his pedigree, antecedent and multiple competencies in the business world.

Ukodhiko an ordained pastor with shepherding thousands of worshippers, is well mannered and Highly disciplined with good values. Well educated and knowledgeable, he is at home with the power that be as much as he is very comfortable with the teeming constituents in Isoko, having a good understanding of the challenges faced by the people.

Ukodhiko is a humanist in politics. His political vision rests on an ideology that is people centered, and it is to the people of Isoko he has made an unbreakable pledge to, to address the challenges and plights of the people through bills, motions and projects and holistic programmes.

With Engr. Jonathan Ukodhiko of the PDP in the House of Representatives, every parts of the Isoko Federal Constituency will witness transformation, and the people will be empowered to grow. Let’s think, support and vote for the man, Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko of pedigree, who has the capacity to represent us of Isoko Federal Constituency well in the House of Representatives!

*Oreh writes from Otibio Ward 13 in Isoko North LGA