THE consensus candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Amac/Bwari Federal Constituency, Dr Ojukwu Nzube, has pledged to dedicate 50 per cent of his constituency’s resources to youth empowerment, healthcare improvement, and economic development if elected into the House of Representatives.

Nzube’s emergence follows a unanimous resolution by party stakeholders and fellow aspirants to adopt a consensus arrangement citing logistical failures and a lack of proper communication during the party’s scheduled primary election.

Speaking during an interview with journalists Wednesday in Abuja, the legislative hopeful expressed gratitude to his constituents and co-aspirants noting that his ambition is driven by a desire to provide purposeful, inclusive, and people centred representation.

“I want to thank the people of Amac/Bwari Federal Constituency and my fellow aspirants for the confidence they have reposed in me by endorsing me as the consensus candidate,” he said.
Lamenting the high rate of unemployment and inadequate infrastructure in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nzube promised to actively support Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (SMEs) to stimulate grassroots economic growth and self reliance among young people and women.

He pointed that “The environment is currently not conducive for young people to thrive.
“If elected by the grace of God, I will ensure that at least 50 per cent of constituency resources allocated to our constituency are directed towards youth empowerment and engagement.”

He adds that “Many traders operate with very little capital. If they receive support equivalent to or even double their current capital base, they will be able to expand their businesses and create more opportunities. This is one practical way of reducing unemployment.”

Shifting focus to healthcare, the candidate described the dilapidated state of Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs) within the constituency as disturbing.

He cited a recent visit to a health facility in Wasa community, where he observed a severe shortage of medical equipment and personnel.
According to Nzube, “It is unfortunate that in the 21st century, communities within the Federal Capital Territory still lack adequate government presence in the health sector. What I saw were mainly tables and chairs, with little evidence of medical equipment or sufficient personnel.

“If elected, I will work to ensure that our primary healthcare centres are revitalised. We must address the shortage of doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers.”
He further argued that the House of Representatives requires hard work and commitment, noting that a proactive legislator must aggregate the concerns of the people and engage relevant ministries, departments, and agencies to attract life changing projects.