Edo lawmaker lists motions, bills, constituency projects in performance review


By Elvis Omoregie, Benin

A member of the House of Representatives representing Oredo Federal Constituency, Esosa Iyawe, has outlined his legislative and constituency engagements, highlighting a combination of policy-driven motions, proposed bills, and grassroots interventions since joining the All Progressives Congress (APC) in December 2024.

Iyawe said his defection to the ruling party was a continuation of his political and developmental agenda, noting that his contributions—both before and after the move—have remained focused on governance reforms and improved service delivery.

Speaking during the declaration of his second-term ambition, the lawmaker disclosed that he has sponsored more than 10 motions addressing key national issues. These include calls for a review of financial oversight mechanisms linked to the Auditor-General’s office and investigations into alleged mismanagement in agencies such as the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund.

He further raised concerns over tax administration, urging authorities to probe alleged irregularities within the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), while advocating policies that would compel government institutions to prioritise locally produced textiles in support of domestic industries.

To enhance public asset utilisation, Iyawe proposed the conversion of forfeited and abandoned properties into office spaces for government agencies, a move he said would reduce expenditure on rent and improve efficiency in public resource management.

On consumer protection, he called for a review—and possible suspension—of recent price increases by pay-TV operator MultiChoice, citing widespread public concern over rising subscription costs.

The lawmaker also sponsored motions seeking investigations into deviations from approved master plans of the Federal Housing Authority nationwide, as well as advocating the adoption of renewable energy solutions, particularly solar power, across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).

Beyond motions, he revealed that he has introduced about 10 bills, covering areas such as public asset management, skills development, examination malpractice reforms, digital health services, and transparency in public service operations.

Highlighting his constituency interventions, Iyawe said he has implemented a feeding programme that has benefited over 4,000 constituents, alongside the donation of minibuses, provision of medical outreach services—including surgeries—and distribution of computers to schools and youth groups.

Other initiatives include the installation of solar-powered streetlights, donation of medical equipment to primary healthcare centres, empowerment programmes for women and youths, and the organisation of annual academic competitions aimed at promoting education within his constituency.

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