‘We Have No Business Doing Community Projects, Leave Us Out Of It’ – Lawmaker
Labour Party lawmaker Obika Chinedu is advocating for the abolishment of constituency projects, arguing they distract legislators from their primary duty of lawmaking. He believes these projects force lawmakers into executive roles, leading to public misconception and undue pressure, as constituents prioritize project demands over legislative functions. Chinedu highlights that access to these projects is often politicized, unfairly disadvantaging some legislators. He also noted the unprecedented budget allocated for infrastructure in the FCT. Furthermore, he remains committed to the Labour Party amid recent defections and suggests establishing an FCT Independent Police Force to improve security. He acknowledges security efforts while emphasizing the need for localized solutions.
