The Majority Leader of the Edo State House of Assembly, Mr. Philip Shaibu, has revealed that each of the 24 lawmakers in the state House of Assembly gets an annual allocation of N36m for the execution of projects in their respective constituencies. He explained that the state executive and legislature collaborate in ensuring that all communities within the state enjoy the dividends of democracy, through the provision of basic and social amenities. Shaibu, who represents Etsako West in the state assembly, spoke during the inauguration of blocks of three classrooms in Jattu and Ugiede communities. The lawmaker, who also hinted of his intention to seek a seat in the federal House of Representatives, urged the electorates not to be deceived by any lawmaker who claimed that the provision of infrastructure was limited to the executive. Shaibu further urged the people of the state to demand accounts of stewardship from elected officials in the state. ”It is not true that what we do is mainly making laws because before I came into the House, I never knew constituency projects exist. “Prior to this period, we get N20m annually. But between 2013 and 2014, the comrade governor had to increase it to N36m so that we will be able to execute quality projects. “And I thank God that my own projects are there for everyone to see and other lawmakers must show their constituency projects to the people. “I challenge the electorates to demand accountability from their representatives because we have one file which the governor approves for the 24 members, including the PDP lawmakers. “Sometimes, my colleagues tackle me when I make public what comes to my constituency. But I don’t think it is something hidden, unless you decide to pocket the money rather than work for the people. This is what I want our people to investigate,” he stated. Meanwhile, a member of the House of Representatives and Chairman, House Sub-Committee on Appropriation, Mr. Razak Bello-Osagie, has urged political aspirants seeking various elective offices in the country to shun “politics of calumny.” Bello-Osagie, who represents Oredo Federal Constituency and is also seeking re-election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, made the call while inspecting some constituency projects in Benin. The projects include the construction of 1×15 MVA injection sub-station in Umuegbe community, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Power to improve power supply in the area. Bello-Osagie explained that legislators, as representatives of their people, had the responsibility to attract infrastructure, such as access roads, schools, electricity and potable water to their constituencies. He, therefore, urged political aspirants to let their deeds speak for them, rather than disparage their opponents. Bello-Osagie said, “Projects by honourable members nationally are projects that are facilitated to their respective constituencies. That is why we represent the people. “When you represent the people, what you do is to go out there and attract the dividends of democracy to your constituency. “It is how much you are able to do and the skill you are able to put in the process to attract more that makes you a better representative. “As much as possible, I want to appeal to all stakeholders, particularly the participants, that we must run away from the politics of calumny. If you have done anything, say so. “I don’t use other people to campaign; I forbid it because I stand alone.” Copyright PUNCH. All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH. Contact: editor@punchng posted on October 06, 2014 at 12:49AM Send an email to Joseph T. Obagbemisoye 08140584469 or 08086797418 Like JTNNG on facebook facebook/jtnng91 View Joseph T. Obagbemisoyes profile on facebook facebook/jtob91 Follow @jtob91 and get followed also jtnng.blogspot/
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