Send me back to rank’: Edo South Senator makes case for continuity, lists scorecard

By Elvis Omoregie, Benin 

The Senator representing Edo South Senatorial District of Edo State, Senator Neda Imasuen, has formally declared his intention to seek re-election ahead of the 2027 general elections, anchoring his appeal on the need to attain ranking status in the Senate as a pathway to greater influence and accelerated development for the district.

Speaking during a consultation meeting with party leaders and stakeholders, the lawmaker framed his political rise as a product of “divine grace,” noting that his initial victory defied conventional campaign structures. He, however, stressed that beyond providence, sustained progress would require collective political will and continuity in representation.

Central to his argument was the strategic importance of ranking in Nigeria’s Senate, which he described as critical to securing key committee positions and legislative leverage. According to him, returning experienced lawmakers would position Edo South to compete effectively with other districts already consolidating influence through seniority.

The senator pledged a non-confrontational leadership style, promising to act as a “builder and consensus-maker” rather than a divisive figure. He emphasised negotiation and collaboration as essential tools for attracting federal presence and resources to the district.

Providing an account of his stewardship over the past 30 months, the lawmaker highlighted interventions in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and youth empowerment. He said scholarship programmes, school renovations, and vocational training initiatives had been deployed to strengthen human capital development.

In healthcare, he pointed to outreach programmes that extend services to underserved communities, including partnerships aimed at improving maternal care through trained traditional birth attendants under regulatory supervision. He also cited ongoing support for primary healthcare upgrades and medical supply distribution.

On infrastructure, the senator listed completed road projects and the installation of solar-powered streetlights across multiple communities, aimed at improving connectivity and enhancing security. He added that further road expansions and electrification projects had been captured in the federal budget.

Addressing unemployment, he disclosed that over 30 constituents had secured federal employment through his facilitation, while empowerment schemes had provided tools and grants to small business owners, particularly women and youths.

Legislatively, the lawmaker noted his role as chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions, where he said he had overseen dozens of petitions and contributed to resolutions addressing public grievances and institutional accountability.

While acknowledging that challenges remain, the senator called for unity among stakeholders, warning that political fragmentation could undermine the district’s prospects. He urged constituents to prioritise long-term benefits over short-term considerations by supporting his return to the Senate.

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