
ZLP aspirant vows to prioritise FCT residents’ needs in senate bid
Professor Festus Asikhia has announced his intention to provide citizen-focused representation for Federal Capital Territory residents if elected to the Senate under the Zenith Labour Party. He emphasised the importance of responsive governance, economic growth, and accountability. Asikhia outlined plans to create a direct complaint platform for residents and highlighted his experience in entrepreneurship and academia. He pledged to focus on practical solutions that empower people and improve quality of life.
Key takeaways
- Festus Asikhia promises citizen-centred representation and responsive governance for FCT residents.
- He plans to establish a Federal Capital Territory Direct Complaint Secretariat to connect residents directly with government agencies.
- Asikhia stresses the need for knowledge-driven leadership and enterprise development to tackle unemployment and poverty.
- His background includes leadership in the housing sector, aiming to expand affordable housing and create jobs.
- He commits to policies that empower people, improve service delivery, and ensure government accountability.