By Divine Patrick
The member of the House of Representatives for Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Ngozi Okolie has reaffirmed his commitment towards all inclusive representation and leadership, maintaining that there comes a time when those holding political offices in trust of the people should give account.
He made this assertion while holding a strategic meeting with Youths from across Aniocha/Oshimili to celebrate the yuletide season.
At the momentous gathering, Rt. Hon. Okolie reeled out his stewardship to the people, stressing that they should expect better dividends of democracy as things begin to ease off next year. He therefore, gave a detailed Legislative and Empowerment Report with regards to Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency.
I. Legislative Contributions (Bills & Motions)
- Protection for Loan Holders: Successfully moved a motion of urgent public importance to protect Nigerians who have taken loans from commercial banks. This action mandates the House to prevent banks from unfairly increasing interest rates or service charges on existing loans during periods of inflation or fiscal policy changes.
- Upgrade of Federal College of Education (Technical), Asaba: Sponsored the legislative deal to elevate the existing Federal College of Education (Technical) in Asaba into a full-fledged Federal University, ensuring advanced academic opportunities for the capital city.
- Federal College of Education, Onicha-Olona: Sponsored the pivotal bill to upgrade the Onicha-Olona Model School (formerly the Onicha-Olona Teacher Training College) into a full Federal College of Education. The bill has successfully passed its First and Second Readings.
- Advocacy for Ogwashi-Uku Water Project: Championed the advocacy through a bill/motion for the revitalization of the water project in the Ogwashi-Uku area to ensure sustainable access to clean water.
- Toyota Assembly Plant Initiative: Proposed a motion for the Federal Government to facilitate the establishment of a Toyota Assembling Plant in Nigeria to drive job creation and lower the cost of vehicles.
- Political Representation: Formally moved for the creation of additional political wards (specifically Aniocha North 2) to ensure fairer representation and closer governance for the people.
- Justice for the Omhonrina Brothers: Leading the national legislative fight for justice regarding the killing of young Ivan Omhonrina and his brother by the NDLEA.
- Infrastructure Motions: Secured motions leading to the total reconstruction of the Asaba–Benin Expressway (work ongoing as of Dec 2025) and the completed rehabilitation of the Illah–Ebu Road.
2.Empowerment and Constituency Projects:
Economic and Skill Acquisition
- NDE Partnership & Training: In partnership with the National Directorate of Employment (NDE), facilitated training sessions and empowered more than 200 constituents. This program was held at the Federal Secretariat.
- Direct Business Grants: Provided direct financial grants to over 300 constituents for small-scale business expansion and sustainability. The location for this empowerment phase was the Labour House, Asaba, Delta State.
- Agricultural Boost: Distributed fertilizers to farmers across the constituency to improve crop yields and support local food security.
3.Education and Youth Development
- Academic Assistance: Provided direct school assistance to over 300 students across the four Local Government Areas (Aniocha North/South and Oshimili North/South).
- Learning Materials: Distributed over 30,000 exercise notebooks to primary and secondary students to ease the financial burden on parents.
- School Infrastructure:
- Distributed desks and chairs to selected schools in Oshimili South and Oshimili North.
- Ongoing renovation of selected primary and secondary schools across all four Local Government Areas. Project completed at Aboh-Ogwashi, including the facilitation of a WAEC center and donation of laboratory materials.
Physical Infrastructure and Utilities - Asaba Regional Roads: Construction of new roads in the Asaba region has been completed.
- Street Lighting: Ongoing installation of solar street lights across Aniocha North, Aniocha South, Oshimili North, and Oshimili South to enhance security and nighttime trade.
- Community Hubs: * Completed and handed over a 500-capacity Civic Center in Okpanam.
- Ongoing construction of a 1,000-capacity pavilion at the permanent site of the Palace of the Asagba of Asaba.
- Facilitated the inclusion of the Akwukwu-Igbo Civic Centre in the budget (planning stage).
4.Welfare and Community Care - Support for Senior Citizens: Provided direct welfare donations and support to Old People’s Homes in the constituency.
- Healthcare: Personal payment of hospital bills for indigent constituents and facilitation of medical outreaches to drive awareness and policy education.
- Festive Welfare: Annual distribution of rice and food items during Christmas and Salah celebrations.
5.Project Status Summary - Illah–Ebu Road: Rehabilitation — Completed
- Asaba Region Roads: New Construction — Completed
- Asaba–Benin Expressway: Total Reconstruction — Ongoing
