By Divine Sam
Akwa Ibom state House of Assembly aspirant for Nsit Ibom constituency on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Comrade Idongesit Williams has assured his constituents of effective representation if given the mandate come 2023 general election.
Idongesit made the pledge at the weekend during a reception ceremony organised by the factional APC in the state to receive the immediate past National secretary of Party, held at Ibom Hall Grounds Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital.
Addressing Journalists during the event, Comrade Williams expressed his gratitude to his constituency for their encouragement and support, noting that ‘Putting People First’ will continue to be his Slogan.
The hopeful lawmaker who hail from Asang ward 4 in Nsit Ibom of state constituency stated that if given the opportunity to serve, he will passionately represent the interest of the good people of the area, promising that “he would not let them down.”
While commending the developmental strides of the immediate past National secretary of the party Senator John Akpan Udoedehe, the state lawmaker hopeful promised to work hand-in-hand with the people if elected; to ensure continued collaboration between the executive and legislative arms of the government.
He said, his mission ‘is to give a formidable representation for the good people of the constituency at the state assembly with a view to attracting developmental projects and promoting youth empowerment, reducing crime and guaranteeing adequate human and capital development in the constituency’.
According to him, he is in the race for the state Assembly seat to provide positive, all inclusive representation, which he alleged had been lacking in the constituency.
“I am in this contest because I want to give quality representation to my people because they deserve it and much more.
“Before now, I have been carrying out philantrophic gestures that have direct bearing on the lives of my people, in my own personal capacity.
“And so getting the people’s mandate can only mean more projects and empowerment programs for the women and youths to realize their full potential.
“I will hold quarterly town hall meetings to ensure popular views and needs of communities are documented and a follow up to ensure positive action,” he added.
He stressed that educational scholarships, agricultural interventions for farmers, sports and health issues will be given priority.
“If I get the seat, we will do great exploits. People will see radical changes in Nsit Ibom constituency.
“I will be bringing my youthful energy and new ideas to turn things around for the good of everyone. It won’t be business as usual I assure you,” Williams stated.
In his legislative blueprint, the aspirant promised to initiate quality legislation that would improve the socio-economic well-being of his constituents especially in human development.
Our Correspondent gathered that “the good people of local government area of the State have reached out to the aspirant, and after consultation with the various stakeholders, leaders and youths, Comrade Idongesit have decided to heed to the clarion call and aspire for the seat of Member of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly to represent Nsit Ibom State Constituency come 2023.
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