DLA Candidate Promises Investment, Jobs for Ilaje, Ese-Odo
The Democratic Leadership Alliance candidate for Ilaje/Ese-Odo Federal Constituency in Ondo State, Taiwo Ilawole, has criticised the distribution of foodstuffs to constituents as an empowerment strategy, arguing that such assistance offers only temporary relief rather than sustainable solutions. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Ilawole said constituents needed programmes that would build skills, create jobs, strengthen small businesses and promote self-reliance. He also expressed concern over the state of healthcare facilities, schools and roads in the constituency, despite billions of naira reportedly allocated through Zonal Intervention Projects. If elected in 2027, he promised to advocate vocational and technical training, support for local entrepreneurs, access to productive equipment and initiatives linked to sustainable employment. Ilawole further pledged to work with President Bola Tinubu’s administration to extend the benefits of its economic reforms to constituents and improve access to federal opportunities.
Ilawole also promised to pursue a lasting solution to the sea-incursion crisis threatening Aiyetoro community and attract foreign direct investment to Ilaje and Ese-Odo local government areas. He said he would press the Federal Government and relevant agencies to provide shoreline protection to safeguard homes, livelihoods and local commerce. The DLA candidate added that he would promote awareness of education support programmes, including the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, Petroleum Technology Development Fund scholarships and Niger Delta Development Commission postgraduate scholarships. He also pledged to explore the economic potential of Ese-Odo to create jobs, expand business opportunities and strengthen local livelihoods. Ilawole said his proposed approach would prioritise sustainable empowerment, infrastructure development and improved access to opportunities for young people, students and coastal communitie
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