Rt. Hon. Leke Abejide: The Man Who Globalised Yagba Federal Constituency Through Representation and Development, Deserves Support for Another Term

By Our Correspondent 

In the evolving political history of Yagba Federal Constituency, few names have generated as much conversation around effective representation, visibility and grassroots development as Rt. Hon. Leke Abejide, member representing Yagba Federal Constituency at the National Assembly and House Committee Chairman on Nigeria Customs Service and Excise 

For his supporters, Abejide is more than a legislator occupying a seat at the National Assembly. He represents a political bridge between the people of Yagba East, Yagba West and Mopamuro and the wider opportunities available at the national level.

His supporters argue that his representation has helped to project Yagba Federal Constituency beyond its traditional political boundaries, giving the constituency greater visibility and a stronger voice in national affairs.

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It is against this background that calls for his continued support and another term in office are gaining momentum among his admirers, who believe that continuity would enable him to consolidate the developmental gains and political visibility associated with his tenure.

To “globalise” a constituency is not simply about attracting attention to its political leadership. It is about connecting its people, communities and aspirations to opportunities beyond their immediate environment.

This is the interpretation supporters give to Abejide’s political footprint.

According to them, his approach to representation has demonstrated that a federal lawmaker can simultaneously operate at the national level and remain connected to grassroots realities.

Through legislative engagement, constituency interactions, advocacy and developmental initiatives, they believe Abejide has continued to place issues affecting Yagba on the national agenda.

For a constituency with a large population of educated, hardworking and enterprising people, his supporters say having a representative capable of opening doors and building networks at the national level is an asset that should not be taken for granted.

The ultimate test of political representation, however, is its impact on the lives of the people.

Across Yagba Federal Constituency, issues such as roads, electricity, education, healthcare, youth empowerment, agriculture, employment and economic opportunities remain important priorities.

Abejide’s supporters contend that his representation has been driven by the understanding that legislative office should be used as an instrument for attracting development and expanding opportunities.

They point to his constituency-focused engagements and interventions as evidence of a representative who understands that the people expect more than speeches and parliamentary appearances.

For them, representation becomes meaningful when political influence is converted into tangible opportunities for communities and individuals.

Another aspect of Abejide’s appeal is his political visibility.

Supporters believe his presence on the national political stage has helped strengthen Yagba’s identity within the wider Nigerian political space.

They argue that Yagba deserves representatives who can confidently articulate its interests, build relationships across political and institutional divides, and attract attention to the constituency’s developmental needs.

In their assessment, Abejide has demonstrated this capacity.

They see his growing profile as an opportunity for Yagba to maintain a strategic presence in national politics while ensuring that the constituency’s interests are not lost among competing demands from other parts of the country.

The argument for another term is largely built around continuity.

Supporters believe that development is rarely achieved through isolated political interventions. Sustainable progress requires consistency, experience, institutional relationships and the ability to build on existing programmes.

They therefore argue that removing an experienced representative before he can consolidate his efforts could amount to losing valuable political capital.

According to them, Abejide has acquired experience within the National Assembly and developed networks that can be further deployed for the benefit of Yagba.

The question, they say, should therefore not simply be who wants the position, but who has demonstrated the capacity to use the position effectively for the people?

Yagba’s young population is another reason supporters are calling for continued support for Abejide.

They believe the constituency requires sustained investment in education, skills acquisition, entrepreneurship and other initiatives capable of preparing young people for the future.

In a rapidly changing economy, political representation must increasingly focus on equipping young people with the knowledge and skills required to compete beyond their immediate communities.

For Abejide’s supporters, this is part of the broader meaning of globalising Yagba: creating a constituency whose young people can access opportunities nationally and internationally.

As the next election approaches, the people of Yagba Federal Constituency will inevitably be confronted with choices about leadership, representation and the direction of development.

While political competition remains an essential part of democracy, supporters of Abejide believe that voters should assess candidates based on competence, experience, character, accessibility and demonstrable contributions to the constituency.

They maintain that political loyalty should not replace accountability, but neither should political change be pursued merely for the sake of change.

Where a representative is perceived to have performed creditably, they argue, continuity should be considered as a legitimate option.

For those advocating another term for Rt. Hon. Leke Abejide, the case is straightforward: he has given Yagba visibility, strengthened its voice and linked grassroots aspirations with national opportunities.

They believe another term would provide the platform to consolidate what has already been achieved, pursue unfinished priorities and deepen the relationship between the National Assembly and the people of Yagba.

Ultimately, the decision belongs to the electorate.

But as political conversations gather momentum, one message from Abejide’s supporters remains clear: Yagba Federal Constituency needs continuity, effective representation and a voice capable of carrying its aspirations beyond its borders.

For them, Rt. Hon. Leke Abejide has demonstrated that capacity.

And that is why, they insist, the man who helped globalise Yagba through representation and development deserves the support of the people for another term.

DemocracyNewslineNewspaper, September 8, 2026