APC Leaders Back Osawaru’s Second Term Bid

The member representing Orhionmwon/Uhunwonde Federal Constituency of Edo State in the House of Representatives, Hon Billy Osawaru, on Friday expressed confidence that he would secure the ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to contest for a second term, citing his performance in office and the strong backing of leaders in his constituency.

In a chat in Benin, Osawaru said the feedback he has received from constituents has been largely positive, noting that the encouragement from the people has strengthened his resolve to seek another term in the National Assembly.

He said, “I am very confident because I have delivered based on the mandate given to me by the very good people of Orhionmwon/Uhunwonde. From their feedback, I feel very good knowing that a lot of it is positive and I get encouragement from my people.”

The lawmaker explained that the federal constituency operates a unique political understanding that allows each of the two local government areas Orhionmwon and Uhunwonde to hold the seat for two consecutive terms before it rotates.

According to him, though the arrangement is unwritten, it has been respected by stakeholders since 1999.