By Michael Ilaya
The Founder and President of Isoko-Nation Progressive Like-Minds (INPLM), Comrade Ilaya Efemena Beckly, has decried the poor representation and consistent failure of Hon. Bernard Odio, the Majority Whip representing Isoko North Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly for lack of visible constituency projects.
In a statement released by the socio-political organization leadership in their group WhatsApp platform, INPLM President decried what he described as the consistent failure of Hon. Odio Bernard to perform his constitutional and representative duties to the good people of Isoko North.
According to the statement, the group lamented that despite being in office, Hon. Odio has not commissioned or initiated a single tangible constituency project since his assumption of office.
The President of INPLM stressed further that elected leaders must remain accountable to the people who gave them the mandate to represent their interests, adding that “Leadership is not a title to be worn for prestige; it is a call to serve. Our people in Isoko North deserve representation that translates into meaningful development and visible impact on their daily lives.”
The statement further stated that “INPLM which is widely recognized for championing unity, progress, and good governance in Isoko land, emphasized that Hon. Odio Bernard has not lived up to expectations. The group noted that constituency projects are not privileges but rights of the people, and every lawmaker must prioritize them as part of their legislative responsibilities.
“It is particularly disheartening, that while other constituencies in Delta State can boast of various developmental projects initiated by their representatives, the people of Isoko North have nothing concrete to show under the representation of Hon. Odio Bernard.
“Roads remain untarred, schools are in dilapidated states, and there are no records of youth empowerment, health interventions, or community-based development programs initiated by the Honourable member.
“This silence and inaction in the face of our people’s suffering is unacceptable,”
Comrade Beckly said. “Our people are not asking for luxury; they are asking for the basics, good roads, clean water, support for schools, and empowerment programs for the youths. If Hon. Bernard cannot point to a single project he has done for his constituency, then we have every reason to question his commitment to his oath of office.”
The INPLM group therefore strongly urges Hon. Odio Bernard to retrace his steps and take urgent and deliberate action to fulfill his mandate, stressing that “there is still time to turn things around, but that will require genuine effort, humility, and a willingness to engage with constituents.
“Leadership comes with responsibility,”
Comrade Ilaya Efemena Beckly added. “We call on Hon. Bernard to go back to the drawing board, listen to his people, and begin to implement projects that reflect their pressing needs.
“The time for excuses is over. Our people are watching, and history will judge all of us by the legacies we leave behind”.
The INPLM’s statement also emphasized that “the message is clear: the people of Isoko North will no longer tolerate complacency or neglect. This call is both a warning and a wake-up call, not just to Hon. Odio Bernard, but to all public office holders who may have forgotten the purpose of their election, the statement added.
“As 2027 draws closer, the people are becoming more politically aware, and groups like INPLM are committed to ensuring that every leader is held accountable. The days of silent suffering and blind loyalty are over. The people now demand results, transparency, and leadership that delivers”.
