The grand opening ceremony of the Federal University of Health and Medical Science Kwale was a historic moment for the people of Ndokwa, but the absence of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, stakeholders, elected and appointed officials from the region was deeply felt. Despite being a significant development for the area, none of the prominent PDP leaders attended the event, leaving many disappointed and questioning their priorities.
The list of absentees included Chief Obi Nzete, the executive chairman of Ndokwa West Local Government Area, where the institution is situated. Hon Charles Chukwuemeke Emetulul, is not only representing Ndokwa West Constituency, he is also the Chairman, Education Committee in Delta State House of Assembly. Hon Micheal Anoka, the Honourable Commissioner for Urban Renewal Delta State; and Chief Festus Ochonogor, MD DESOPADEC. His Excellency Chief Monday Onyeme, Deputy Governor of Delta State was also abesent. Hon Nnamdi Ezechi sent his legal aide to represent him, sparking criticism about the level of commitment to development in the region.
Ndokwa PDP leaders are expected to do better, bearing in mind that the University of Health and Medical Science is not APC school, but a Federal Government’s projected cited in Ukwuani land for the benefit of all. Are these personalities overwhelmed by the project? Or they never wanted it?
This absence is particularly striking, given the significance of the Federal University of Health and Medical Science Kwale. The institution’s establishment is a result of persistent efforts by stakeholders, including Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, who engaged with the Honourable Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu Adamu, and President Muhammadu Buhari to make it a reality.
The people of Ndokwa have been clamouring for this development for ages, and its realization should have been a moment of celebration for all. Instead, the absence of PDP leaders has cast a shadow on the occasion, raising questions about their commitment to the region’s development.
Can’t Ndokwa people wake up and stop politics of hatred and bitterness against the development of their land? The core aim of serving the masses via political terrain is to attract development to the people, irrespective of the political party. On this basis, it is believed that both PDP and APC should work together for common good. The sentiment in Ndokwa land echoes the frustration felt by many, who believe that development should transcend party affiliations.
In contrast, other ethnic nationalities in Delta State have demonstrated a commitment to supporting development regardless of political affiliations. This approach is worth emulating, as it prioritizes the well-being of the community over partisan interests.
As the people of Ndokwa nation should look to the future, they must demand more from their leaders. The absence of PDP leaders at the Federal University of Health and Medical Science Kwale opening ceremony is a wake-up call for the community to re-evaluate their priorities and demand greater commitment to development from their representatives.
