Asawa Joins Kwande/ushongo 2027 Reps Race

Former Executive Chairman of Ushongo Local Government Council in Benue State, Hon. Joseph Igbadue Asawa, has declared his intention to contest for the Kwande/Ushongo Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives come 2027.

In a statement personally signed by the aspirant, he said, “It is with a deep sense of honour and respect that I, Hon. Asawa Igbadue Joseph, humbly write to officially notify you of my intention to seek the House of Representatives seat for the Kwande/Ushongo Federal Constituency in the 2027 elections.”

Asawa stated that his aspiration is built on a strong foundation of service and a profound understanding of the needs and challenges of his people. He added, “Having understudied the politics of Kwande/Ushongo and practically participated in its administration as a Legislative Aide (2019) and later as Executive Chairman of Ushongo Local Government Council (2020–2022), I have gained valuable insights into the multifaceted problems confronting our people, particularly those living in rural areas.”

He expressed confidence that his experience and commitment to sincerity of purpose make him an ideal candidate to address the constituency’s challenges if elected to the lower chamber of the National Assembly. According to him, “I believe that my candidacy is favoured by the existing zoning arrangement, which I see as an opportunity to bring honour and respect to our people.”

The former council chairman explained that his desire to represent Kwande/Ushongo Federal Constituency is not driven by selfishness or greed, but by a genuine intention to offer quality representation.

“During my tenure as Council Chairman, I was limited in my ability to give my best, but I am now eager to take on a higher mandate and make a more significant impact. Having acquainted myself with the challenges at the grassroots, I am confident that I will be better positioned to address them if entrusted with this responsibility,” he said.

Hon. Asawa therefore appealed for the support of constituents to enable him secure the Kwande/Ushongo House of Representatives ticket, assuring that together they can make the constituency a better place for all.