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As political activities gather momentum ahead of the next general election, the contest for the House of Representatives seat in Owo/Ose Federal Constituency has brought to the fore the need for balance, fairness and strategic inclusion.
At the centre of the debate is the place of Ose Local Government Area within the constituency’s political arrangement.
While the current representative from Ose has completed two terms, stakeholders argue that the issue goes beyond tenure and speaks more to equitable distribution of political influence.
Observers note that Owo Local Government already occupies a commanding position in the state’s power structure, with key offices such as the Deputy Governor and the Commissioner for Finance, in addition to other notable federal appointments. These roles, they say, carry significant influence in governance, policy formulation and resource allocation.
In contrast, Ose is said to have limited presence within the executive and financial hierarchy of government.
Political analysts warn that allowing the National Assembly seat to also shift away from Ose under the current arrangement could further concentrate power within one axis of the constituency, a development many consider unhealthy for political stability.
They stress that inclusive political systems thrive on deliberate efforts to balance interests and ensure that no segment feels alienated.
According to them, Ose has remained a reliable base for electoral mobilisation and party loyalty over the years, contributing significantly to victories at the polls.
There are also arguments for continuity. Proponents of retaining the seat within Ose contend that the area has, over time, built legislative experience, networks and institutional knowledge that benefit the entire constituency.
Disrupting that structure, they argue, could weaken ongoing efforts and stall progress.
Beyond internal considerations, analysts caution that decisions perceived as exclusionary could create room for opposition narratives. Such sentiments, they warn, may dampen voter enthusiasm and affect turnout in future elections.
For many stakeholders, the issue ultimately revolves around maintaining equilibrium within the constituency.
With Owo already wielding considerable influence at the state level, they argue that preserving Ose’s position in the legislative arm remains a strategic move to foster unity, strengthen party cohesion and sustain electoral advantage.
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