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2027: Accord candidate unveils agenda, seeks closer egagement with Taraba constituents
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2027: Accord candidate unveils agenda, seeks closer egagement with Taraba constituents

From Vanguard · () English

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  • Accord Party candidate Dr. Kenneth Tijo unveiled his legislative agenda for the Karim-Lamido/Lau/Ardo-Kola Federal Constituency in Taraba State.
  • Tijo pledged to bridge the representation gap at the national level and focus on grassroots development.
  • His priorities include peace and security, attracting federal infrastructure, and improving education and healthcare.

Dr. Kenneth Tijo, the Accord Party candidate for the Karim-Lamido/Lau/Ardo-Kola Federal Constituency in Taraba State, has presented his legislative agenda, vowing to foster closer ties with constituents and prioritize grassroots development. Speaking in Jalingo, Tijo highlighted a current deficit in national representation for the constituency, a gap he aims to fill if elected. He stated his motivation for contesting stems from a desire to bring government closer to the people and address the area's pressing needs. Tijo emphasized the constituency's requirement for more visible representation and direct engagement to ensure residents' concerns are effectively voiced and addressed nationally. As a medical doctor, Tijo outlined his key priorities, which include implementing peace and security initiatives in partnership with relevant agencies. He also aims to attract essential federal infrastructure to the constituency. Education and healthcare are further focal points, with a specific promise to facilitate the availability of anti-snake venom, identified as a significant issue in several local communities. Additionally, Tijo committed to creating employment opportunities for qualified individuals and supporting vocational skills training programs to promote self-reliance among residents. He appealed for support from youths, elders, and community members, promising an administration centered on inclusive representation and development.

the area requires more visible representation and direct engagement to ensure that the concerns of residents, particularly those at the grassroots, are effectively presented and addressed at the national level.

โ€” Dr Kenneth TijoExplaining his motivation for contesting the election and his vision for the constituency.
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