By Kelvin Ohoror
The member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep. Pst. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko, has urged Isoko people to strengthen their unity and support political initiatives capable of attracting greater development to the area.
Ukodhiko made the call while hosting Isoko legal practitioners attending the 2026 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference in Port-Harcourt, Rivers State.
Speaking at a reception organised in honour of the lawyers, the lawmaker commended their contributions to the legal profession and the development of Isoko Nation, describing the NBA conference as an important platform for professional advancement, intellectual exchange and networking.
He urged the lawyers, as influential members of society, to use their positions to promote peace, unity and harmonious relationships among Isoko people, irrespective of political differences.
Ukodhiko also called for continued support for the administration of Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, saying the governor’s efforts towards peace and development across the state required the cooperation of the people.
He further advocated constructive collaboration between Isoko communities, the Delta State Government and the Federal Government, expressing optimism that sustained cooperation and continuity in government policies would enable the people to benefit more from ongoing reforms and development initiatives.
The lawmaker cited the Federal Medical Centre, Oleh, and other proposed federal institutions as examples of opportunities that could contribute significantly to the socio-economic development of Isoko land.
Ukodhiko also charged Isoko lawyers and other professionals to become more actively involved in politics, stressing that political power was not given freely and that educated and accomplished professionals could not afford to remain on the sidelines.
“Power is not freely given. People who are learned and have the capacity to contribute to society cannot afford to sit idle,” he told the lawyers.
Responding, Barr. Sylvester Omonina commended Ukodhiko for his performance in the House of Representatives, particularly among first-term federal lawmakers from Delta State.