I’ll restore social justice among constituents- Taraba ADC Reps candidate
By Terna Chikpa, Jalingo
Taraba state candidate of the African Democratic Congress, for Takum/Donga/Ussa and Yangtu special development area for the House of Representatives seat, Hon. Solomon Tertsua-Peter on Thursday said, he would restore social justice among constituents if elected to the National Assembly.
Tertsua also pledged to work with relevant stakeholders in the constituency to end insurgence in the area and create job opportunities for youth.
The ADC Rep candidate made the promise while speaking on the programme; Taraba Correspondents’ Chapel Media Parley, The Road to 2023, said lack of social justice among his constituents was the reason behind his intention to be elected into the National Assembly.
According to him, his constituency was behind in all sectors in the provision of social amenities, and believed would change the narrative if elected.
“The lack of social justice that has attracted insecurity in my constituency is the reason why i am contesting to represent the people at the national assembly to change the narrative. I want to expressed here that my decision to contest for for the national assembly seat was moved by the continue lack of social justice among constituents like the provisions of social amenities, the persistent banditry activities and the growing youth unemployment that is impacting negatively on the constituency.
“I shall work with relevance stakeholders in the area to attract development promote peace and harmony among the diverse ethnic groups in the constituency for the people to feel the impact of dividends of democracy.
“For over time, people-oriented and people-centered representation has eluded the people of my constituency.
“As a young and pragmatic leader who has maintained close touch with the people, I know the problems and the needs of the people of Kpambai in Ussa and Tunari in Donga. I feel the spirit of abandonment of the people of Chanchanji and the border challenges of the Manga community who are constantly being attacked by Cameroonians.
“My primary responsibility as a lawmaker if elected will be to enact legislation that will address these problems and advance the development of my constituency as well as carry out oversight functions to promote good governance.
“I shall encourage modern agricultural practice for farmers and create a steady market for their products by linking them with companies that need their products.
“My youth focus agenda will see to the establishment of an ICT hub in the constituency to train young people in ICT skills and empower our women and youths generally with life-changing skills.
“I want our people to be aware that my decision to contest for the election is not to enrich myself after all, but is to ensure possible development that is being hampered by insecurity and the alarming rates of unemployed youth. I want my constituents to understand and chose the part of building a greater future for the people to thrive.
“I will also open up rural access roads in the constituency to ease the movement of agricultural produce to the markets and improve access to health care facilities for the people,” he said.
