APC PRIMARIES IN OREDO: WHY STAKEHOLDERS ARE QUIETLY RALLYING AROUND ESOSA IYAWE

APC PRIMARIES IN OREDO: WHY STAKEHOLDERS ARE QUIETLY RALLYING AROUND ESOSA IYAWE

As the APC primaries approach in Oredo Federal Constituency, the dynamics of the race are beginning to shift from open ambition to calculated decision-making. While several aspirants have stepped forward, the conversation within party structures is gradually narrowing to one central question: who offers the strongest combination of performance, loyalty, and electoral viability?....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Increasingly, attention is settling on Hon. Engr. Esosa Iyawe FNSE.

Unlike many contests where visibility dominates, the Oredo race is evolving into a test of verifiable impact. Within the constituency, Iyawe’s record in the National Assembly continues to shape stakeholder perception. His interventions have not remained within legislative chambers but have translated into tangible outcomes across communities.

In healthcare, initiatives such as large-scale medical outreach programmes and surgical support schemes have reached hundreds of constituents, providing not just consultations but life-changing interventions for many who would otherwise have gone without care. From eye surgeries to general medical treatments, these efforts have moved beyond symbolic gestures to real, measurable impact.

In education, the provision of digital tools, including computers and solar-powered learning support systems, has helped bridge gaps in access, particularly in public schools. These interventions are not just donations; they are investments in capacity, equipping young people with the tools needed to compete in an increasingly digital world.

At the grassroots level, his approach has been both practical and responsive. Empowerment programmes have targeted artisans, traders, and small business owners, while sustained palliative support has provided relief to thousands of households during economically challenging periods.

Notably, in addressing transportation challenges and youth livelihood, Hon. Iyawe facilitated the distribution of over 80 minibuses to drivers within the constituency. This was not just a welfare gesture but a structured economic intervention — creating income opportunities, reducing unemployment pressure, and supporting the local transport ecosystem. For many beneficiaries, it meant the difference between joblessness and steady daily earnings.

Taken together, these interventions reflect a pattern: not random acts, but a deliberate model of representation that prioritizes accessibility, economic inclusion, and visible impact across Oredo Federal Constituency.

Beyond projects, party insiders point to another critical factor — stability. In a primary election where internal cohesion can determine future electoral strength, Iyawe is increasingly seen as a candidate who bridges divides rather than deepens them. His approach to representation has positioned him not just as a lawmaker, but as a unifying figure within the party structure.

Equally important is the question of electability. APC stakeholders are acutely aware that winning the primary is only the first hurdle. Retaining Oredo in the general election requires a candidate with both grassroots connection and demonstrable performance. On this front, Iyawe’s consistent presence across wards and his track record of delivering constituency-focused projects have strengthened his standing.

This is not to suggest the absence of competition. Oredo remains a politically active constituency with credible aspirants in the race. However, as the primaries draw closer, the distinction between aspiration and evidence is becoming more pronounced.

For many within the APC, the decision is gradually moving away from who seeks the ticket to who best secures it — and defends it.

In that calculation, Hon. Engr. Esosa Iyawe FNSE is increasingly emerging not just as a contender, but as a strategic choice.

-Editorial