A former member of House of Representatives, Mr Omoregie Ogbeide-Ihama has joined the race for Edo South Senatorial seat on the platform of All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a statement on Thursday, Ogbeide-Ihama said his eight years of legislative experience made him the strongest contender for the seat.
He said the 2027 senatorial contest would require competence, capacity and proven grassroots appeal rather than mere political sentiments.
According to the former federal lawmaker, Edo South needs a tested leadership at a time when national politics demands strong legislative representation.
“If you talk about experience, I am the most experienced among all of us. I have spent eight good years in the house of representatives, in the National Assembly.
“The rules and the business of both chambers are the same. So, I am the longest-serving member who has been in the national assembly,” he said.
According to Ogbeide-Ihama, the senate is too important for the senatorial district to hand over to a political newcomer.
He insisted that legislative experience remained a major advantage in lawmaking and constituency development.
Ogbeide-Ihama said that beyond experience, he had already shown his capacity to deliver projects and win elections under difficult circumstances.
The APC aspirant added that his strong connection with the grassroots made him a natural choice for the ticket, describing himself as both experienced and representative of the younger generation seeking leadership opportunities.
