2027: Eseigbe Unveils Seven-Point Agenda On Security, Youth Empowerment, Accountability
The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Esan Central, Esan West and Igueben Federal Constituency, Sir Lucky Eseigbe, Esq., has unveiled a seven-point legislative agenda focused on security, equitable distribution of federal opportunities, youth empowerment, rural development and accountable representation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Eseigbe said his ambition to represent the constituency in the House of Representatives was driven by the need to provide purposeful leadership, strengthen grassroots engagement and ensure that the people of Esan Central, Esan West and Igueben benefit more equitably from federal programmes and development initiatives.
In outlining his priorities, the APC candidate emphasised that effective representation must go beyond political promises to include practical legislative interventions, sustained engagement with constituents and measurable progress on issues affecting their daily lives.
Security and Public Safety
On insecurity, Eseigbe described public safety as a major national concern requiring coordinated action by all levels of government and community stakeholders.
He pledged to advocate stronger security legislation, improved intelligence gathering and enhanced support for security agencies to enable them to respond more effectively to emerging security threats.
He also promised to collaborate with federal, state and local governments, traditional rulers, Enijies and community stakeholders to develop community-based security strategies suited to the peculiar needs of the constituency.
The APC candidate commended Governor Monday Okpebholo for his efforts towards restoring relative peace in Edo State, stressing the importance of sustained collaboration among government institutions and communities in addressing security challenges.
He maintained that safer communities would create a more conducive environment for agriculture, commerce, education and other economic activities.
Equitable Distribution of Federal Opportunities
Eseigbe identified the fair distribution of federal projects, employment opportunities and empowerment programmes as another major priority of his proposed representation.
Drawing on his experience of more than 17 years as a legislative aide in the National Assembly, he said he understood the processes through which federal interventions and opportunities could be accessed.
He pledged to use that experience to advocate a more equitable distribution of federal resources, with particular attention to underserved communities and settlements in remote areas.
According to him, his ongoing grassroots needs assessment is designed to identify development gaps, establish community priorities and ensure that interventions are directed towards areas where they are most needed.
He added that effective representation requires a deliberate effort to ensure that communities are not overlooked because of their geographical location or limited access to government institutions.
Priority Legislation and Rural Development
On legislative priorities, Eseigbe outlined plans to pursue bills, motions and other parliamentary interventions aimed at addressing the developmental needs of the constituency.
He identified vocational and technical education, rural road infrastructure, healthcare delivery, youth entrepreneurship and agricultural development as key areas requiring legislative attention.
The candidate said that within his first year in office, he would prioritise advancing a legislative proposal for the establishment of skills acquisition and vocational training centres across Esan Central, Esan West and Igueben.
He explained that such centres could provide young people with practical skills, improve their employability and equip them to establish businesses or pursue other productive ventures.
He also pledged to advocate improved rural roads to facilitate the movement of agricultural produce, ease transportation challenges and connect rural communities to markets and essential services.
On healthcare, he said he would pursue relevant legislative and federal intervention opportunities to improve access to essential medical services, particularly in underserved communities.
Youth Employment, Agriculture and Technology
Addressing youth unemployment, Eseigbe said his proposed representation would prioritise practical empowerment initiatives that enable young people to acquire marketable skills and become economically productive.
He promised to facilitate access to relevant federal employment schemes, entrepreneurship programmes and skills development initiatives.
In agriculture, he said he would work towards connecting farmers with appropriate support programmes, financing opportunities and relevant institutions, including the Bank of Industry and agricultural development agencies, where applicable.
He noted that agriculture remained an important source of livelihood for many households and that improving access to finance, technical support and markets could strengthen rural economies.
Eseigbe also identified information and communication technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies as areas offering significant opportunities for young people.
He pledged to pursue initiatives that would connect youths in the constituency with relevant training programmes and digital skills opportunities, enabling them to participate more actively in the evolving economy.
He stressed that youth empowerment should extend beyond temporary assistance to include sustainable opportunities for self-employment, innovation and long-term economic independence.
Accountability and Constituency Engagement
On accountability, Eseigbe disclosed that he already had functional constituency offices across the three local government areas that make up the federal constituency.
He pledged to strengthen their operations as accessible channels through which constituents could communicate their concerns, submit proposals and seek assistance on issues requiring legislative or institutional intervention.
He also promised to institutionalise at least two town hall meetings annually to engage residents, obtain feedback on constituency priorities and explain the progress of his legislative activities.
According to him, regular reports would be published on his legislative work, constituency projects and the implementation status of development initiatives pursued on behalf of the people.
Eseigbe said his team was already conducting grassroots needs assessments to identify pressing community concerns and establish priorities for future interventions.
He maintained that representation should be participatory, transparent and accountable, adding that constituents deserved regular information about the actions taken on their behalf.
He further emphasised the importance of maintaining open communication with communities throughout his tenure rather than limiting engagement to election periods.
Constitutional Responsibility Above Partisan Interests
Addressing the relationship between party loyalty and constitutional responsibility, the APC candidate said his membership of the party would not prevent him from representing the interests of constituents across political divides.
He explained that although he was proud to be the APC candidate, his ultimate responsibility, if elected, would be to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the welfare of the people he represented.
According to him, effective representation requires the ability to work with relevant stakeholders, build consensus where necessary and support policies that advance the genuine interests of the constituency.
He maintained that the interests of the people must remain central to legislative decision-making, irrespective of their political affiliations.
The position, he suggested, reflected his belief that elected representatives must serve the entire constituency rather than only members and supporters of their political parties.
Seven-Point Agenda Anchored on Measurable Commitments
To demonstrate his commitment to accountability, Eseigbe outlined three measurable priorities he intends to pursue within his first two years in office.
First, he pledged to maintain accessible constituency offices and hold at least two town hall meetings annually to promote regular engagement with the electorate.
Second, he promised to pursue skills acquisition and youth empowerment initiatives across Esan Central, Esan West and Igueben, with the objective of expanding access to training and economic opportunities.
Third, he committed to advocating and facilitating needs-based federal projects while providing transparent progress reports to keep constituents informed about the status of interventions.
He said these commitments would provide the people with practical benchmarks for assessing his performance, particularly in the areas of accessibility, youth development and constituency projects.
The APC candidate stressed that the success of representation should be determined by tangible outcomes, the quality of legislative contributions and the extent to which the needs of constituents receive attention.
A Call for Result-Oriented Representation
Eseigbe's proposed agenda places emphasis on the connection between legislative representation and grassroots development, particularly in areas where communities require improved infrastructure, greater access to federal opportunities and stronger support for young people.
His experience as a legislative aide, he said, had provided him with an understanding of parliamentary processes and the importance of building institutional relationships to advance constituency interests.
He expressed confidence that, if elected, he would draw on that experience to promote legislation, pursue relevant federal interventions and strengthen engagement between the people and the institutions responsible for governance.
For the APC candidate, the central objective is to make representation more responsive to the everyday needs of the people while ensuring that commitments are accompanied by regular communication and measurable progress.
He reiterated that his guiding principle was that representation must be judged by results rather than promises, pledging to place the welfare, development and collective interests of Esan Central, Esan West and Igueben at the centre of his legislative priorities.
