Across Epe Local Government, Eredo LCDA, and Ikosi–Ejinrin LCDA, many residents believe the return of Wale Raji to the House of Representatives would sustain the pace of development already visible within the constituency.
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For several years, the constituency has witnessed a series of infrastructural, educational, economic, and social interventions that many residents describe as practical evidence of representation beyond political rhetoric.
From road construction to market development, school projects, empowerment programmes, healthcare interventions, and solar-powered streetlights, supporters argue that the lawmaker’s performance has created a strong connection between governance and the everyday realities of the people.
In Epe Local Government, communities continue to reference completed and ongoing road projects as major improvements that have enhanced transportation, commerce, and accessibility.
Residents also point to the installation of solar streetlights and the construction of a modern divisional police headquarters as projects that have strengthened community security and improved public safety.
Across Eredo LCDA, educational development remains one of the strongest factors driving public support for continuity.
Communities have benefited from the construction of classrooms, teachers’ quarters, ICT centres, and new public schools aimed at improving access to quality education.
Many parents and community leaders believe these interventions are gradually changing the learning environment for students within the constituency.
Healthcare and youth development projects have also contributed significantly to the growing support base.
The construction of a 20-bed Primary Health Centre in Iraye, skills acquisition programmes for youths and artisans, as well as empowerment initiatives for traders and cooperative societies, continue to impact households across various communities.
In Ikosi–Ejinrin LCDA, residents frequently mention road infrastructure, electrification projects, market development, and empowerment programmes as visible examples of people-oriented representation.
Beneficiaries of grants, vocational support programmes, and small business interventions often describe the initiatives as timely support during difficult economic conditions.
Another factor many constituents highlight is accessibility. Supporters argue that Rep. Wale Raji has maintained close relationships with traditional rulers, religious leaders, market associations, youth organizations, transport unions, and grassroots stakeholders across the constituency.
To many residents, this consistent engagement has helped strengthen trust between the people and their representative.
The lawmaker’s social welfare initiatives, especially the “Owo Arugbo” monthly support scheme for elderly citizens, have also earned commendation from many families within the constituency.
For elderly beneficiaries, the programme represents a direct intervention aimed at supporting vulnerable members of society.
Politically, many supporters believe continuity would further strengthen the constituency’s influence and visibility at the federal level.
They argue that experience, legislative exposure, and established relationships within the National Assembly position the constituency for more opportunities and developmental projects in the years ahead.
This explains why endorsements and declarations of support continue to emerge from different political wards, community groups, traditional institutions, and stakeholders across Epe Federal Constituency.
For many of them, the argument is simple, ongoing projects should be sustained, existing progress should be consolidated, and representation should continue under a leader they believe understands the needs of the people.
While political opinions may differ across groups and individuals, one thing remains evident: the conversation around continuity and development has become central to the growing support for Rep. Wale Raji across Epe, Eredo, and Ikosi–Ejinrin.
