POLITICS: I am in politics to serve my people as planned by God — Udebhulu.

Kelly O. Udebhulu

 EKPOMA-Kelly O. Udebhulu is a trained  Investigative Journalist, an alumnus of CEDAG and a prolific writer, a blogger, a known socio/cultural crusader, a politician and a businessman. Born to the family of Chief A. A. Udebhulu of Ohon-Urohi, Esan West L.G of Edo State, Nigeria. Married with children and a christian. Chairman/President, Vicuma Nigeria Limited, a construction & Investment Services Firm.

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Why did you go into the murky waters of politics in Nigeria?

 My main motive of going into politics is to serve my people; to bring about the dividends of democracy to the doorsteps of the people. I have seen the plights of my people and my personal or private material wealth cannot do as that from the government directly if we have workable representative in government.


So you think the person representing the constituency now is not doing enough? 

The truth is that our past and present representatives have actually done their best but I am offering myself for service to consolidate on their past achievements though their achievements are not visibly enough for the people.

How do you hope to bring government closer to the people?

 I am a young person, traveled far and wide and I feel this is a clarion call for all the young persons to come together. If we can all come together, we can make a difference. We are young in our age and this is our time. Our past leaders have done their best, let us come and let’s see what we can actually do to bring about even distribution of economic goods and services. As a politician aiming to represent my people in the next election, there are certain things I cannot do and there are certain things I can do. I hope to provide for our people, the basic infrastructure that are lacking in our communities and make our people happy.

What exactly do you want to do for your people and how will you go about it?

 I want to empower our people, build schools etc. As lawmakers, although it is not in our power to build schools but what I will do is to be in a good working relationship with the authorities in charge so that the basic social amenities required by the communities will be provided. I will ensure that the artisans, vulcanizers, hairdressers etc., are empowered with the needed tools and enabling environment to work with.

 I believe that governance should be all about the people, those who put them there. If voted into power, I hope to work with colleagues harmoniously to ensure that the welfare of our people is taken care of. Like I said earlier, our past and present representatives have no doubt done their best but their best is obviously not enough. Much still needs to be done. If you go to my community, Urohi,  it is in a sorry state, there is no development at all in the area.

What are your messages to your people?

My message to my people is that there is hope. We can achieve the better part of the dividends of democracy if I am chosen to represent in the next election. They should not use the eyes of the old politicians look at me, am a new breed of politician who have seen life and widely exposed to advanced infrastructure and amenities. I shall deliver by God's grace.

Herdsmen Attack: Tears trail the Governor Obaseki visit to Ewu.

Gov. Obaseki

Prince Kelly O. Udebhulu reports.

Ewu-Tears trail the visit of Governor Godwin Obaseki to Ewu, Esan central ocal government area of Edo state, as he tried to consoled the bereaved people from the atrocious acts of the Hausa/Fulani herdsmen and the army that shot one of the protesters in the area.

Governor Obaseki reportedly could not hold back his emotion as he tried consoled the bereaved families and friends.

Along with the governor during the condolence visit yesterday were the Chief of staff to Edo state government Mr Akenrele Taiwo, APC State party Chairman Bar. Anselm Ojezua, and Honorable member representing Esan central local government, Chief (Hon) Victor Edoror.

It is on record also that Chief Francis Inegbeniki, the Uzoya of Esan land and an APC chieftain visited the people of Ewu shortly after the ugly incidence and assured the people of government determination to put an end to the herdsmen's atrocities in the state.

It will be recalled that on Monday, 22nd May, 2017, Ewu inhabitants and friends were thrown into sober mood following the rape and murder of two women by the Hausa/Fulani herdsmen and days later, another young boy, shot on his leg by the army who was drafted to the scene of the peaceful protest organized by the Ewu youths to express their angers and concerns.

During the Governor`s speech, he revealed that the issue of herdsmen is a national security matter which needs holistic approach and assured the community that such nefarious act won't happens again as the state government already put up mechanisms to deal with the menace of Fulani/herdsmen across the state.

The Governor is highly commended by the people of Edo central senatorial district ( Esan people) for his condolence visit to the zone and his fatherly act in writing off the medical bill of the young man who was shot at the leg by the army and promised to provide assistance accordingly.

In one of the comments:

"This government of Edo state has demonstrated capacity, capability and the will to tame any and all kinds of monsters in our state. …it is high time the government directs its energy and attention to the menace of herdsmen all over Edo state.

"Our people have become hostages in their ancestral homes. They can't go about their farming businesses anymore especially at a time like this when government is encouraging people to farm",

"For the young man who was shot on the leg. You are a hero because you did not hide in one beer parlor shouting nothing “dey” happens. You came out and stood with your people. You are a hero and a reference point, your spilled blood on Ewu soil bears testimony of your gallantry and bravery. You are the real man and deserved to be celebrated" he concluded