Youths threaten to recall Ondo senator over failure to prioritise empowerment

Youths in Ondo State, have threatened to mobilise for the recall of Jide Ipinsagba, the Senator representing the Ondo North Senatorial District, over alleged misrepresentation and failure to prioritise the empowerment and development of youths from his area.

Ojo Bright Eniafe, the President, Ondo North Youth Alliance (ONYA), while speaking with journalists on Monday in Akure, said that the lawmaker, Ipinsagba, had failed woefully to execute meaningful projects in the constituency since his inauguration two years ago.

He said, “Ipinsagba has been insensitive to the rising insecurity caused by cultists in Ondo North, particularly Owo town, our lawmaker has been insensitive to the killings in the ancient town.

“The Senator’s silence on this issue is deafening and shows his lack of concern and care about the welfare and safety of his constituents. As youths, we are tired of living in fear and uncertainty.

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“We demand that Senator Ipinsagba show a modicum of responsibility to the wishes and aspirations of our senatorial district by playing a pivotal role and collaborating with institutions to ensure his constituents are safe.

“A little show of concern can be the deal breaker. We are poised to ensure that our communities, Local government and the entire senatorial district is safe and secure.

“If the Senator fails to deliver the dividends of democracy, we are fully resolved to initiate a recall process for the Senator within the confines of the law. This is not an empty threat.

“In Ondo North Senatorial District, we have over 500,000 youths who are united under this leadership to ensure progress and accountability. If the Senator refuses to change, we will take the necessary steps to remove him from office.”