Few days after he resigned as Commissioner for Education, Paddy Iyamu has formally declared interest in representing Oredo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.
The declaration ceremony was held at the Oredo Local Government Area APC Secretariat.
Iyamu said that contrary to rumours in some quarters, he has been in the party since 2016 and has been involved in various empowerment projects in the constituency through his foundation without any political connection.
He stated that he has been a member of the party since 2016, consistently supporting its activities and contributing to its growth.
He noted that his commitment to the party and its candidates has been evident over the years, including during the 2020 and 2024 election cycles, where he actively campaigned across Oredo and provided financial support to youth leaders to mobilise voters.
He pointed to the large turnout at his declaration event as an indication of public confidence in his performance as commissioner, adding that his efforts, alongside his political leader, Senator Monday Okpebholo, contributed to attracting development to the constituency.
He expressed optimism that, if elected into the House of Representatives, he would deliver more benefits to the people and assured that victory is achievable.
Iyamu also pointed out his grassroots empowerment initiatives, especially among women and youths, as evidence of his deep connection with the people. He noted that since 2019, he has sustained women empowerment programmes across wards, including monthly support schemes in Ward 10.
He explained that his women empowerment initiatives began in 2019, focusing on supporting businesses and families across Oredo.
He added that the introduction of monthly empowerment programmes in Ward 10 has yielded visible results, expressing confidence in his widespread support and chances of winning the election.
Reacting to criticisms from some quarters, Iyamu described allegations of being rejected at the ward level as false and politically motivated, maintaining that his track record contradicts such claims, emphasising that his political journey has been driven by loyalty and service to the party.
