Edo South Needs A Senator Who Understands Its People, Says BIBI

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Edo South Senatorial Candidate, Hon. Sunny Aguebor, popularly known as BIBI, has called on the people of the district to unite behind a representative who understands their culture, speaks their language and has demonstrated genuine commitment to their welfare.

Aguebor made the call in a statement titled “Edo South’s Unity of Purpose: Why Hon. Sunny Aguebor (BIBI) Should Be Senator,” in which he described Edo South as a predominantly Benin-speaking homeland with a strong shared cultural identity and common aspirations.

He noted that the seven Local Government Areas comprising the senatorial district — Egor, Ikpoba-Okha, Oredo, Orhionmwon, Ovia North-East, Ovia South-West and Uhunmwonde — remain united by deep historical, cultural and traditional ties to the ancient Benin Kingdom.

According to him, the shared identity of the people is a major strength that should translate into political unity and effective representation at the national level.

Aguebor argued that Edo South does not merely need a politician who would occupy a seat in the Senate, but a representative who understands the people and can effectively articulate their concerns, aspirations and development needs.

He said the people deserve a “son of the soil” who understands their language, culture, markets, villages, communities and everyday struggles.

“Edo South does not need a stranger in the Senate. It needs a son of the soil,” he said, stressing that representation should be based on a candidate’s connection with the people and record of service.

Aguebor further pointed to his humanitarian activities and grassroots engagements across Edo South as evidence of his longstanding commitment to the people.

He said his interventions through humanitarian initiatives had supported people in areas including education, healthcare, youth empowerment and community development, adding that his assistance had extended to widows, students, youths, farmers, traders and other vulnerable members of society.

According to him, his relationship with the people did not begin with his decision to contest the Senate election, but had been built over the years through direct contact and practical assistance.

He maintained that genuine leadership should be measured by impact rather than titles, arguing that public office should be an extension of service to the people rather than an avenue for personal advancement.

Aguebor also promised to prioritise accessibility and accountability if elected, saying the people of Edo South deserved a senator who would remain connected to the communities after assuming office.

He stressed that effective senatorial representation goes beyond attending legislative sessions, noting that a senator must be able to attract meaningful federal attention to the district, advocate for development projects, influence policies and defend the interests of constituents.

He said Edo South required a strong voice at the National Assembly capable of engaging relevant federal institutions and stakeholders to secure opportunities in infrastructure, education, healthcare, employment, youth development and other areas of importance to the people.

Aguebor added that representation should also provide a platform for the voices of ordinary citizens, particularly youths, women, traders, farmers, students and vulnerable residents, to be heard in national policymaking.

He called for an Edo South that would move beyond political divisions and unite around development, stressing that a united district would have greater influence and bargaining power at the national level.

According to him, the forthcoming election should therefore be viewed beyond party politics, as a decision that would determine the quality of representation Edo South receives at the National Assembly.

Aguebor urged voters to assess candidates based on their character, accessibility, competence, experience, connection with the people and record of service rather than campaign promises alone.

He expressed confidence that the people of Edo South would make a choice that reflects their collective aspirations for effective representation and sustainable development.

He therefore appealed to voters across the seven local government areas to support his candidacy on the platform of the NDC, promising to make the interests, welfare and development of Edo South the central focus of his representation if elected.

Aguebor said his ambition was not simply to become a senator, but to build a stronger bridge between Edo South and the Federal Government while ensuring that the people of the district have a representative who remains accessible, accountable and committed to their progress.

He concluded by urging the people to unite and support what he described as a new opportunity for Edo South to produce a senator who is “of the people, for the people and with the people.”