2027: OSR Unveils Accountability Agenda, Promises Transparent Representation For Oredo
Hon. Osazee Richard (OSR), candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for Oredo Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections, has unveiled an Accountability Agenda anchored on transparency, people-driven legislation and regular engagement with constituents.
OSR described the agenda as more than a campaign document, saying it represents a covenant between him and the people of Oredo Federal Constituency.
According to him, representation is a trust that must be earned and sustained through accountability, openness and measurable performance.
Under the first pillar of the agenda, Accountable Representation, OSR pledged to hold quarterly town hall meetings across the 12 wards of Oredo to give constituents regular updates on his legislative activities and constituency projects.
He also promised to publish an annual scorecard detailing bills sponsored, motions moved and resources attracted to the constituency, while establishing an open-door constituency office where residents can directly engage their representative.
On Transparent Constituency Projects, the ADC candidate pledged to make public details of constituency project funds, including what was received, what was spent and what was delivered.
He further promised to involve communities in identifying their priority needs before projects are initiated and ensure proper monitoring and verification to guarantee value for money.
Under People-Driven Legislation, OSR said he would sponsor legislation focused on issues affecting the people of Oredo, particularly education, healthcare, youth employment, women empowerment and infrastructure.
He also pledged to consult constituents on national issues with direct implications for them and collaborate with traditional rulers, market unions, youth organisations and religious bodies in shaping his legislative priorities.
The candidate's Equitable Distribution of Dividends pillar focuses on ensuring that federal opportunities, including jobs, contracts and empowerment programmes, are distributed fairly across the 12 wards rather than concentrated in the hands of a few.
He said a transparent database of beneficiaries would be maintained for empowerment programmes, while skills acquisition, small and medium-scale enterprise support and educational scholarships would receive priority.
On Feedback and Redress, OSR promised to establish multiple channels through which constituents can communicate their concerns, including SMS, WhatsApp and physical suggestion boxes.
He also pledged to subject his performance to a public mid-term assessment after two years in office, stressing that he would acknowledge shortcomings and take corrective measures where necessary.
OSR said his commitment to Oredo would extend beyond occupying a seat in the National Assembly, stressing that the mandate must be used to serve and remain accountable to the people.
“I will not just occupy a seat in Abuja — I will occupy it for the people of Oredo. I will not just speak for Oredo — I will report back to Oredo,” he stated.
He added: “Accountability is not a favour I do for you; it is a debt I owe you.”
