Ikong Meets Uwokwu Development Union in Abuja, Reviews Performance and Engages Constituents

ABUJA – The Majority Whip of the Benue State House of Assembly and member representing Oju II (Uwokwu) State Constituency, Hon. Ikong Cyril, on Sunday met with members of the Abuja Branch of the Uwokwu Development Union (UDU) during an interactive session aimed at strengthening engagement with constituents.

The meeting, held at Erubi Lounge in Ado, Abuja, brought together members of the union and community stakeholders to discuss issues affecting the constituency, review ongoing development efforts, and exchange views ahead of the 2027 general election.

Welcoming the lawmaker, the President of the UDU Abuja Branch, Comrade Denise Agawuru, commended Hon. Ikong for maintaining close ties with members of the constituency and acknowledged his contributions in the areas of legislation, constituency development and community engagement.

Hon Cyrill ikong with members at abuja

Addressing the gathering, Hon. Ikong highlighted his legislative activities, constituency projects and human capital development programmes since assuming office. He also outlined his priorities for another term, saying he would continue to pursue initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of the people and advancing development across Oju II (Uwokwu) State Constituency.

Community leaders who spoke during the session offered their assessment of the lawmaker's performance and shared recommendations on areas requiring further attention. Former Councillor of Okwudu Council Ward, Hon. John Onah, spoke on behalf of Okwudu, while Mr. George Agi represented Adokpa and the Chairman of Igwoke spoke for Okpokpo. They acknowledged projects executed in their communities and encouraged sustained engagement with constituents.

In his closing remarks, Hon. Ikong expressed appreciation to members of the Uwokwu Development Union, Abuja Branch, for what he described as their continued support and constructive contributions. He assured them of his commitment to effective representation and responsiveness to the needs of the constituency.

The meeting also featured a cordial interaction between Hon. Ikong and fellow stakeholder, Comrade Ogbugo Christian Egbe, popularly known as "Arsenal," whom he met at the venue. The exchange was described as reflecting mutual respect among political stakeholders despite differing political interests.

Hon Ikong delivered message to his people 


The interactive session formed part of ongoing consultations between the lawmaker and members of his constituency resident in the Federal Capital Territory as political activities gradually build up ahead of the 2027 general election.


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