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OPINION: Julius Ihonvbere — The Representative Who Forgot the Road to Owan
OPINION: Julius Ihonvbere — The Representative Who Forgot the Road to Owan....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
By Osato Adolor
There comes a time when silence is no longer golden — when a people must raise their voices against a system, and more painfully, a man they once trusted with their collective mandate.
That man is Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, Majority Leader of Nigeria’s House of Representatives. And the system he represents, quite literally, is Owan Federal Constituency — both East and West. But if governance is measured by visibility, performance, and grassroots touch, then the question arises: Does Owan still have a representative?
An Abuja Politician, Not a Constituency Leader
Since the 2023 elections, Hon. Ihonvbere has climbed higher in political rankings. But with every step upward, he appears to have taken one step further away from his people. He has become what many call an “Abuja Politician” — known more for his titles and presence in national media than for constituency engagement or projects that directly impact his local government areas.
From town halls to school rehabilitations, rural road networks to healthcare needs — the silence from his office is deafening. Constituents in Sabongida Ora, Afuze, and Uzebba whisper with growing resentment: Where is our Honourable?
Reputation Eroding, One Broken Promise at a Time
It’s not just absence; it’s also disconnection. In a constituency still grappling with youth unemployment, bad roads, and a healthcare system in ruins, it is shocking to hear that billions in constituency project funds could have been accessed over the years — yet there’s no signature project to his name in Owan that citizens can point to proudly.
This isn’t a witch hunt. This is accountability. A man with decades in academia, national policy, and legislative affairs should know better.
A Dangerous Gamble: Losing the People’s Faith
The danger for Ihonvbere isn’t just bad press — it’s the erosion of trust. Constituents once sang his praises. Now they murmur betrayal. 2027 is not far. And the murmurs are growing louder with every passing day he remains out of touch.
The same people who cheered him to the National Assembly are now drafting his political obituary. Posters asking, “Have you seen this man?” aren’t satire — they’re a scream for presence, empathy, and leadership.
Final Word: It’s Not Too Late — If He Listens
Politics is a contract. And right now, Julius Ihonvbere is dangerously close to breaching his end of the deal. If he wishes to salvage what’s left of his legacy in Owan, the time to return is now.
Attend the town halls. Inspect the roads. Reconnect with the villages. Make your presence felt. Or prepare to be remembered not as a statesman — but as a ghost who disappeared with his people’s mandate.
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a historic breakthrough with the emergence of its first female pilot, Superintendent of Customs Nafisat Balogun, who recently earned a commercial multi-engine pilot licence in the United States.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The achievement was celebrated by the Nigeria Customs Technical Hangar Service, marking a significant step in the agency’s drive to strengthen its aviation capacity for surveillance, logistics, and anti-smuggling operations.
At a ceremony attended by senior officers, the Managing Director of the Customs Technical Hangar Service, retired Comptroller of Customs Capt. Kuhi Mbaya, described the development as a landmark moment for the service.
He said Balogun’s transition from cabin crew to certified commercial pilot represents a major breakthrough for the Customs aviation unit and highlights the agency’s commitment to professional growth and inclusivity.
He added that the milestone reflects expanding opportunities within the Service as it continues to integrate air assets into its enforcement and border monitoring operations.
Balogun expressed gratitude for the support she received, noting that her journey required dedication and resilience, while pledging to apply her new skills in advancing the Customs mandate with professionalism and discipline.
The development has been widely described within the Service as an inspiration for greater female participation in technical and specialised roles.
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Osun 2026: APC Candidate Oyebamiji Pledges Inclusive Governance For Non-Indigenes, Interest Groups.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has pledged to ensure inclusive governance by integrating non-indigenes and various interest groups if elected in the August 15, 2026 governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said his administration would operate a structured system that promotes participation and representation of all segments of society in governance.
The pledge was conveyed by a former lawmaker and ex-Special Adviser on Civic Engagement, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, after he represented the candidate at an engagement with members of the Arewa community in Ibokun, Obokun Local Government Area.
Oyintiloye said the plan is aimed at strengthening the link between government and grassroots communities, ensuring public policies reflect citizens’ real needs.
He added that all groups would be actively involved in both policy formulation and implementation to drive development in the state.
Oyebamiji also promised continued engagement with farmers, traders, artisans, and non-indigene communities as key stakeholders in governance.
Responding, leaders of the Arewa community commended past inclusion efforts and pledged support for the APC candidate ahead of the election.
Barely a year after its inauguration in Akwa Ibom State, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been plunged into a deep factional crisis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Multiple factions are now locked in a struggle for control of the party, leaving members uncertain about the legitimate leadership structure.
One faction is led by John Akpanudodehe, a former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while another is headed by the embattled state chairman, Dick Duke.
Although the leader of a third faction could not be immediately confirmed, findings indicate that another group also exists within the party.
Sources further suggest that the Akpanudodehe-led faction is seeking to remove the current chairman through a recently held congress that has sparked controversy.
In response, Dick Duke convened a stakeholders’ meeting over the weekend, where he rejected the legitimacy of the said congress.
He said the party had formally written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to distance itself from the exercise, citing a subsisting court order.
According to him, his tenure as state chairman is still valid until May, and any congress conducted before then would be unlawful.
Duke added that the party would only proceed with proper congresses after the expiration of his tenure and the resolution of legal issues, in line with due process.
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