As Nigeria celebrates the June 12 Democracy day, an Ogun State House of Assembly candidate on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the last election, Mr Bisi Oyedele has urged the newly inaugurated Ogun Assembly to work hard on motions and bills that would have direct impact on the lives of residents of the State.
Oyedele who contested to represent the Ipokia/Idiroko state constituency said this in a statement made available to Nigerian Newstrack in Abeokuta, the State capital.
He observed that there are high expectations from the current legislature, adding that it is the responsibility of the lawmakers to live above board in delivering to the people, the dividends of democracy noting that the late MKO Abiola sacrificed his life to usher in the democracy we are enjoying today.
While bemoaning the neglect and perceived marginalization of Ogun West senatorial district, he appealed to the 9th legislature to "do their part in ensuring an even spread of development across the State."
"I would like to congratulate members of the 9th legislature in our dear State, but at the same time appeal to them, never to forget that they were entrusted with the mandate of the good people of this State to play a crucial role in taking Ogun State to greater heights via people-centred legislation."
"It is my wish that our new lawmakers would sponsor bills and motions that will address the infrastructural deficit in the State, especially in Ogun West. They should not pay lip services and shun unequal development," he said.
Oyedele added that a harmonious working relationship between the executive and legislative arms is key to promoting good governance, but cautioned that the lawmakers must not be a rubber stamp or shy away from their oversight functions.
He thanked the people of Ipokia/Idiroko State constituency for supporting him at the keenly contested election, promising to stay committed to looking after the interests of the constituency, despite not winning at the polls.
His words, "I want to reiterate that in my personal capacity, I would continue to create and facilitate diverse opportunities for my people in the areas of youth development, women economic emancipation and empowerment of the rural poor."
