In the realm of Nigerian politics, where the clamor for true representation often echoes across the nation, Senator Isah Jibrin, widely known as Echocho, stands out as a beacon of effective leadership for Kogi East. His tenure has not only underscored his capacity but has also highlighted the quality of his representation across nine local government areas. This is no small feat, especially considering the unique challenges of representing such a vast constituency with limited federal representation compared to other regions.
Kogi East, distinctively large and populous, presents a complex landscape for governance. Unlike other regions with a higher number of House of Representatives members, Kogi East is represented by just three, placing a significant burden on Senator Echocho. Despite these challenges, his impact is palpable, particularly in the absence of a governor from the region, positioning him as the highest elected official and primary advocate for his constituents.
Senator Echocho’s achievements are extensive and varied, encompassing critical infrastructure projects, empowerment programs, and legislative initiatives. His efforts in Ankpa LGA, for instance, include the provision of multiple 500KVA transformers and motorized boreholes, addressing both electricity and water supply issues. Additionally, his focus on education is evident through the construction of classrooms and the distribution of educational materials, fostering a conducive learning environment for young students.
In Ibaji LGA, the construction of an ultra-modern rice mill and the distribution of tractors with farming equipment illustrate his commitment to agricultural development, a vital sector for the local economy. Moreover, his emphasis on healthcare is demonstrated through the supply of medical equipment and drugs to primary healthcare centers across several LGAs, ensuring better access to medical services for rural communities.
The senator’s efforts extend to Dekina LGA, where infrastructure projects such as road construction and the renovation of health facilities have significantly improved the quality of life for residents. His legislative pursuits, including bills for the establishment of educational and healthcare institutions, reflect his forward-thinking approach to regional development.
Senator Echocho’s initiatives in empowerment are particularly noteworthy. Programs targeting youth and women offer skills training and financial grants, fostering economic independence and resilience. These empowerment initiatives not only uplift individuals but also contribute to the broader socio-economic growth of Kogi East.
Despite these accomplishments, it is important to critically assess and document the impact of elected officials for future reference. Senator Echocho’s record stands as a testament to what can be achieved through dedicated representation. His work reminds us that effective governance is about tangible results and lasting improvements in the lives of constituents.
In a political climate where accountability and transparency are often in question, Senator Echocho’s achievements provide a model of what committed leadership can accomplish. As we continue to scrutinize the performance of our elected officials, let us acknowledge the significance of his contributions to Kogi East and consider how these efforts can inspire similar progress across Nigeria.
Here’s the arranged list of projects and interventions by Senator Isah Jibrin (Echocho) from 2019 to date, organized by Local Government Area (LGA):
SENATOR ISAH JIBRIN (ECHOCHO) PROJECTS AND INTERVENTIONS FROM 2019 TO July,2024
ANKPA LGA:
1. Provisions of 500KVA transformer at Olufofo 2. Provisions of 500KVA transformer at Ejegbo 3. Provisions of 500KVA transformer at Ofugo 4. Provisions of 500KVA transformer at Inye 5. Provisions of Motorized Borehole at Emere 6. Provisions of Motorized Borehole at Emekutu 7. Provisions of Motorized Borehole at Mission Street 8. Provisions of Motorized Borehole at Erane 9. Provisions of Motorized Borehole at Egbeneba 10. Provisions of Motorized Borehole at Angwa 11. Provisions of Motorized Borehole at Ojoku 12. Provisions of tractor with farming implements 13. Youth and women training and empowerment program in cassava processing 14. Youth and women skill acquisition training and empowerment program 15. Provisions of drugs and medical equipment to the General Hospital 16. Bill seeking to convert Kogi State College of Education Ankpa to Federal University of Education Ankpa 17. Construction of 3 blocks of classrooms in Enabo, Ankpa LGA 18. Distribution of 10,000 exercise books to pupils in primary schools 19. Youth and women skills acquisition training and empowerment program with cash grant of 100,000.00 each 20. Youth and women training and empowerment program in agricultural mechanization 21. Installation of solar powered street lights in some worship centers and communities of the Local Government 22. Construction of a modern integrated cassava processing plant 23. Empowerment of women with sewing machines
IBAJI LGA:
1. Construction of ultra-modern rice mill plant at Ejule Ojebe, with the provision of 250KVA generator 2. Supply of tractor with farming equipment to farmers in the Local Government 3. Youth and women training and empowerment program in rice processing using modern technology at Onyedega 4. Youth and women agriculture training and empowerment program 5. Provisions of drugs and medical equipment to Primary Health Care Centre at Onyedega 6. Provisions of drugs and medical equipment to Primary Health Care Centre at Aycke 7. Provisions of drugs and medical equipment to Primary Health Care Centre at Ayah 8. Installation of solar powered street lights in some worship centers and communities of the Local Government 9. Distribution of 10,000 exercise books to pupils in primary schools 10. Empowerment of youth with motorcycles 11. Empowerment of youth with tricycles 12. Empowerment of widows with grinding machines 13. Empowerment of women with generators and hairdressing kits 14. Empowerment of women with sewing machines 15. Empowerment of youth with phone repair kits 16. Provisions of relief materials to flood victims in the Local Government
DEKINA LGA:
1. Reactivation of Acharu Palm Oil mill at Egume with infrastructures 2. Construction of skills acquisition center at Anyigba 3. Construction of two feeder roads 4. Provisions of motorized borehole at Anolewu, Anyigba 5. Provisions of motorized borehole at Obeya Kekele, Anyigba 6. Provisions of motorized borehole at Okete 7. Provisions of motorized borehole at Odu Anana 8. Construction of modern health care center at Okete 9. Renovation of Dekina General Hospital 10. The bill for the establishment of an orthopedic hospital at Dekina 11. Provisions of motorized borehole at Ogbaloto 12. Provisions of motorized borehole at Ajobicha in Ogbabede 13. Provisions of motorized borehole at Government Science Secondary School, Dekina 14. Provisions of motorized borehole at Odu Okoda 15. Provisions of motorized borehole at Olowa Opada 16. Provisions of motorized borehole at Ajakagwu 17. Donation of operational vehicle to vigilante group, Odu branch 18. Construction of Primary Health Care Center at Ajiolo Ajikpome 19. Construction of three blocks of classrooms at Akpelu 20. Construction of three blocks of classrooms at Alokoli 21. Reactivation of Prince Abubakar Audu University bakery with supply of a delivery van 22. Initiated bypass from Anyigba, by Labmina Hotel at Iyale road to Egume 23. Ongoing construction of zonal police station at Anyigba 24. Supply of drugs and medical equipment to General Hospital at Dekina 25. Construction of modern market at Ajiolo 26. Construction of town hall at Ajiolo-Ojaji 27. Construction of feeder road from Ajekelaga, Alokoli to Ajichemu 28. Installation of solar powered street lights in some worship centers and communities of the Local Government Area 29. Distribution of 10,000 exercise books to pupils in primary schools 30. Empowerment of youth with motorcycles 31. Empowerment of youth with tricycles 32. Empowerment of widows with grinding machines 33. Motion for the immediate completion of Abadigba power project at Egume 34. Urgent need for the completion of the Junior Girls Model Secondary School, Odu-Okpiyegede in Dekina LGA 35. Empowerment of women with baking kits 36. Youth and women training and empowerment program in agricultural mechanization
OFU LGA:
1. The bill for the conversion of Holey Memorial Hospital to Federal Eye Center, Ochadamu 2. Supply of tractor with farming equipment 3. Youth and women agriculture training and empowerment program, Ofu LGA 4. Construction of integrated cashew processing plant at Ogbabo Udachi 5. Youth and women skills acquisition training and empowerment program 6. Training and empowerment of women and youths in agricultural farm produce 7. Provision of two motorized boreholes at Ejule 8. Provisions of motorized borehole at Abejukolo 9. Supply of drugs and medical equipment to Primary Health Care Centre, Ugwolawo 10. Supply of drugs and medical equipment to Primary Health Care Centre, Itobe 11. Supply of drugs and medical equipment to General Hospital, Ugwolawo 12. Distribution of 10,000 exercise books to pupils in primary schools 13. Provisions of relief materials to flood victims in the Local Government
OMALA LGA:
1. Supply of tractor and farming equipment to the farmers in the LG 2. Provisions of motorized borehole at Olla 3. Provisions of motorized borehole at Ogodu 4. Provisions of motorized borehole at Abejukolo 5. Construction of an integrated rice mill plant at Abejukolo 6. Supply of drugs with medical equipment to Primary Health Care Center in the Local Government 7. Training and empowerment of women and youths in agricultural mechanization 8. Installation of solar powered street lights in some worship centers and communities of the Local Government Area 9. Electrification of Igodo community with the supply of 500KVA transformer 10. Distribution of 10,000 exercise books to pupils in primary schools 11. Provisions of relief materials to flood victims in the Local Government
BASSA LGA:
1. Supply of tractor with farming equipment 2. Provisions of motorized borehole at Agodo 3. Provisions of motorized borehole at Elule 4. Motion called on the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs & Disaster Management and other relevant organizations to provide aid for the displaced persons and communities in Bassa 5. Installation of solar powered street lights at Elule 6. Installation of solar powered lights at Agodo 7. Supply of drugs to Health Care Center in Bassa LGA 8. Youth and women skills acquisition training and empowerment program 9. Motion for the rehabilitation of Shintaku, Anyigba road 10. Empowerment of youth with motorcycles 11. Distribution of 10,000 exercise books to pupils in primary schools 12. Youth and women training and empowerment program in agricultural mechanization 13. Provisions of relief materials to flood victims in the Local Government
OLAMABORO LGA:
1. Supply of tractor with farming equipment to farmers in the Local Government 2. Construction of 20-bed Primary Health Care Center at Akpoli 3. Motion called on the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs & Disaster Management and other relevant organizations to provide aid for those affected by rainstorms in the Local Government 4. Youth and women agriculture training and empowerment program 5. Provision of motorized borehole at Imane and Okpo 6. Provision of drugs and medical equipment to Health Care Center in the LGA
IDAH LGA:
1. Supply of tractor and farming equipment to farmers in the Local Government 2. Construction of solar powered borehole opposite Igala Ogba 3. Provisions of solar powered borehole at Onah Igala Ogba 4. Youth and women agriculture training and empowerment program 5. Urgent need for completion and take-off of the Federal Government Aquaculture Project at Idah 6. Supply of drugs and medical equipment to Primary Health Care Center in the Local Government 7. Youth and women training and empowerment program in agricultural mechanization 8. Provisions of relief materials to flood victims in the Local Government 9. The bill seeking the establishment of National Cashew Production and Research Institute at Idah
IGALAMELA/ODOLU LGA:
1. Supply of tractor with farming equipment to farmers in the Local Government 2. Provisions of motorized borehole at Igalamela/Odolu 3. Youth and women agriculture training and empowerment program at Igalamela/Ogolu 4. Youth and women skills acquisition training and empowerment programs at Igalamela/Odolu 5. Supply of drugs and medical equipment to Primary Health Care Center, Igalamela/Ogolu 6. Provision of solar powered borehole at Amaka 7. Provision of solar powered borehole at Ajaka 8. Provisions of relief materials to flood victims in the Local Government
Employment Facilitated:
1. Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) 2. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) 3. Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) 4. Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) 5. Federal Fire Service 6. Nigeria Drug Law Enforcement Agency 7. Nigeria Correctional Service 8. Nigeria Communication Commission (NCC) 9. Hyppardec 10. Public Complaint Commission (PCC) 11. FAAN 12. DRTD 13. NESREA, among others
This projects and interventions by local government area, making it easier to read and understand the contributions of Senator Isah Jibrin (Echocho) in Kogi State.
– Aisha Ibrahim.
