My Vision for Egbeda/OnaAra: Building on the Legacy of Progress
I have always believed that true leadership is about service, vision, and the courage to execute plans that uplift the people. As I present myself as an aspirant for the House of Representatives in 2027, representing the great people of Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency in Oyo State, it’s important for me to acknowledge and appreciate the leadership giants whose footsteps I hope to follow.
Notably, I hold great admiration for our current Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde (popularly known as GSM). Like I have often said, GSM is very smart and calculated. When he began constructing the bus terminals across the state, there were loud criticisms. Many questioned why such massive projects should be embarked upon, claiming there was “hunger in the land.” Yet today, these same terminals have eased traffic congestion in critical areas, most notably at Iwo Road Roundabout and other bustling spots in Ibadan.
Governor Makinde has achieved what many governors before him could not; he has boldly executed the Ibadan Circular Road project, a major infrastructural undertaking that will reshape the state’s transport network and economy. Furthermore, he has ensured that roads connecting different axes of Oyo State are repaired and newly constructed, understanding that the economy thrives when goods, traders, and people can move seamlessly across the state. Let us not forget the ongoing transformation of our local Ibadan airport into an international airport, a move that will open countless doors for Oyo State to grow its economy locally, nationally, and internationally. Under GSM, we see a government committed to purposeful development and visionary thinking.
In the same spirit of progress, I am deeply committed to growing our economy and ensuring that all citizens and residents of Egbeda and Ona Ara Federal Constituency can feed their families and pursue prosperous livelihoods, whether they are businessmen and women, traders, artisans, or civil servants. My aspiration to become a lawmaker is driven by the understanding that laws and regulations shape the very fabric of our lives. Whether we accept it or not, the conditions of our communities are linked to the decisions made in the legislative chambers.
In Egbeda and Ona Ara, I intend to bring my knowledge, leadership experience, especially in the healthcare sectors, as well as my networks locally, nationally, and internationally, to create meaningful, positive change.
I am committed to working tirelessly to ensure that:
- Students receive quality education and support systems that help them succeed.
- Businessmen and women, traders, and artisans operate in an environment that fosters growth and prosperity.
- Senior citizens are well cared for, with policies that secure their dignity and well-being.
- Single parents and struggling families get the support they need to rise above challenges and live fulfilling lives.
I am ready, willing, and able to lead my people as a lawmaker who will bring the change we all seek. Together, we will build a constituency and a state where every resident, regardless of background, has the opportunity to thrive. Let us move forward, inspired by visionary leadership, determined to leave our own mark of progress for generations to come.
Truly yours,
Hamed Adewale Ishola, MJur
2027 House of Representatives Aspirant Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency
