The member representing the Okrika/Ogu-Bolo Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Allison Anderson Igbiks has demonstrated his commitment to people-centred leadership through the implementation of his 2025 empowerment programme.
The event, held on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the Comprehensive Secondary School Field, Ibaka Town, Okrika, drew a large crowd of constituents who gathered to witness the distribution of various empowerment materials, including sewing machines, grinding machines, food items, and financial support to over 1,000 beneficiaries from across Okrika and Ogu-Bolo LGA.
The initiative, designed to foster self-reliance and promote local enterprise, reflects Igbiks’ enduring vision of building a constituency where every individual has the opportunity to thrive economically and socially.
Igbiks, who was represented by Chief Amangi Sunday Owoi, reaffirmed his commitment to implementing programmes that uplift lives, strengthen small-scale businesses, and drive sustainable grassroots development.
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He emphasised that his leadership remained focused on empowering people with the skills and resources needed to achieve economic independence.
On their part, beneficiaries and community members expressed gratitude, describing the initiative as a ray of hope in difficult times.
They lauded Igbiks, describing him as a true servant leader who places the welfare of his people above politics and continually invests in projects that deliver real impact.
According to them, the 2025 Empowerment Programme stands as another shining example of Igbiks’ inclusive and compassionate approach to governance.
It further cements his legacy as a leader deeply rooted in service, whose actions continue to inspire trust, unity, and optimism across the Okrika/Ogu-Bolo Federal Constituency.
