I was elected because I willingly committed myself to serve the people. Prior to the election and my current position in the state, I had a deep understanding of the issues that our district faced. My election was no accident; I comprehended the unique challenges our people were confronting and what needed to be addressed. In the Senate, I am actively engaged in fulfilling my responsibilities, and I am acutely aware of the tasks at hand,
I deliberately chose to be a part of various Senate committees that align with the critical issues in our senatorial district. I have an intimate knowledge of all the problems in our district, especially those related to oil companies operating with impunity, where our communities are not adequately compensated and serviced. During the election campaign, I visited all communities and 98 wards in the 9 local government areas comprising the Delta North senatorial district. I personally witnessed the environmental degradation in Okpai and other oil-producing communities, and it is imperative that these issues are resolved. International Oil Companies must adhere to the same high standards of operation they employ in developed countries.
Regarding the deplorable state of our roads, I am well aware of the challenges, and my efforts in the House of Representatives contributed to the dualization of the Asaba-Benin express road. This road is a vital national artery, connecting various zones and state capitals. It urgently requires resurfacing, and the government should consider building service stations on both sides of the road to reduce the risks and accidents caused by trailers and trucks parked along its edges.
