In the history of Ijumu Constituency since the creation of Kogi state, no legislator seem to have captured the attention of Ijumu constituents as Hon. Victor Adewale Omofaiye, Member representing the good people of Ijumu constituency in Kogi state House of Assembly.
Of all the aspirants then for the office, he was given the least chance based on the political situation at that time; the Buhari tsunami, but he triumphed. Hon. Omofaiye has proved with his conduct so far that there is hope for the future in terms of availability of humble, focused and committed young persons in Okunland that can be trusted with positions of responsibility. Despite the crisis that rocked the state assembly for the greater part of this year coupled with the paucity of resources occasioned by the refusal of the Executive arm of government in Kogi state to make available to the state assembly, funds needed by honorable members to meet their obligations to their constituents, it is worthy to note that Hon. Omofaiye has been to think and work out of the box to come up with innovative ideas that have impacted positively on the lives of the people of Ijumu constituency.
The recent town hall meeting/constituency briefing is novel and worthy of commendation because as a concept and as implemented, it is unprecedented. For the first time, we have a legislator who created an avenue for direct contact with his constituents not only to submit his scorecard but also to hear views, opinions and suggestions on ways to improve on what has been achieved. The empowerment scheme he initiated that made possible the distribution of various items like grinders, sewing machines, clippers, generators and freezers that was proceeded by a training workshop for the impartation of various skills like soap/detergent making, hairdressing and bead making among others is a step in the right direction worthy of commendation. The distribution of education materials to schools and payment of the NECO/WAEC fees for indigent students is really great.
Before this time, Hon. Victor Adewale Omofaiye facilitated the sinking of boreholes in various communities across Ijumuland and in the assembly, he has exhibited uncommon vibrancy we should all be proud of. In the years ahead, it is hoped that Hon. Omofaiye will continue to give the people of Ijumu constituency quality representation as he reaches out with tangible and reasonable schemes and programs that will add value to the lives of the people. It is worthy of note that Mrs. Omofaiye is not left out of the success story not only for the tranquility on the home front but by being actively involved in all the programs that have impacted positively on the lives of the people.
One can only implore all the people of Ijumuland to support this quintessential epitome of legislative representation good health, divine wisdom and protection to achieve all that will bring development to Ijumu constituency. The years ahead will surely be better to the glory of God and benefit of our people.
Credit: Olalekan Aiyenigba CAB
