As part of his efforts to further strengthen and deepen his legislative work at the Green Chamber ahead of the resumption from summer break, the Member of the House of Representatives representing Ekiti South Federal Constituency 1, Hon. Adeniyi Rufus Ojuawo (AVM Rtd), has commenced his training on Legislative and Strategic Management at the International Law Institute in Washington, DC.
Hon. Ojuawo confirmed his attendance at the Institute as a self sponsored and development mechanism to enhance his understanding of the business of law-making, oversight functions, and civil relations.
“I am at the Institute to equip myself more on legislative matters. It is very important for me and a means of personal development in areas like Legislative Strategic Planning and Management, Policy Development and Implementation, Legislative Leadership and Governance, Strategic Legislative Analysis and Oversight, and Public Policy and Legislative Management.”
Additionally, the holiday visit enabled him to meet with members of his constituency living in the US to seek their support and collaboration for the workaholic Governor, His Excellency Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, in their constituency. He held successful meetings with people from his constituency in different states in the US to seek support and cooperation in grassroots development in the areas like the healthcare system, education, security, and agricultural development.
“I had a very fruitful meeting with my people here and requested their support for the government in the area of agricultural mechanization to bolster food production in Ekiti State. We need tractors and other farm implements to cultivate more crops and create a surplus in our value chain. Also, in our healthcare sector, we need their support to acquire hospital equipment for our general hospitals. The government cannot do it alone; while they sort out the manpower, we should help the government to equip some of the general hospitals for our people at the grassroots.
“I believe my engagement with my people here has been wonderful and an eye-opener, letting them know about current developments in Ekiti State across the local governments. Collaboration is one of the best strategies to lead the grassroots to growth and development through constant investment in education and addressing security challenges confronting our people from time to time.
“As I seek their support, I am confident that together, we can make a meaningful impact.” Ojuawo assured.