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A Case for Continuity: Why Senator Jarigbe Agom Should Not Be Replaced Solely on Zoning Grounds

Posted on May 15, 2025 By Admin No Comments on A Case for Continuity: Why Senator Jarigbe Agom Should Not Be Replaced Solely on Zoning Grounds
By Joseph Ogbaji

In Nigeria’s political landscape, zoning is often employed as a mechanism for promoting inclusivity and balancing power among different regions or ethnic blocs. However, while zoning has its merits, it should not become a rigid framework that undermines performance, continuity, and developmental progress. In the case of Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, representing Cross River North Senatorial District, the push to replace him with a candidate from the Obudu/Bekwarra/Obanliku (OBO) axis based solely on zoning threatens to derail the momentum of tangible progress being experienced in the district.

Performance Over Politics

Jarigbe has delivered unprecedented infrastructural and social development across the Northern Senatorial District, transcending ethnic or local government lines. From massive rural road construction to educational upgrades, water projects, youth empowerment, and healthcare interventions, his track record is visible and inclusive. His performance has not been sectional; rather, it reflects a commitment to all parts of the district — including Obudu, Bekwarra, and Obanliku.

Disruption of Ongoing Projects

Continuity is vital for the completion of long-term infrastructure and human capital projects. Replacing a performing senator like Jarigbe simply because he is not from the OBO axis could stall or cancel critical initiatives still underway. Experience, legislative influence, and relationship with federal agencies take time to build. Jarigbe’s ongoing efforts — many of which are now drawing both federal and state government attention — require consistency to be fully realized.

Zoning Must Not Undermine Meritocracy

Zoning should serve to promote fairness, not to reward underperformance or sabotage merit. If a leader from any part of the senatorial district is delivering results for all, zoning should not become a tool for political exclusion. Insisting on zoning at the expense of visible development risks replacing a performer with a placeholder, reversing gains already made.

Unity and Equity Over Sentiment

The best representation is one that unites the people and meets their needs, not one that ticks a political checkbox.  Jarigbe’s leadership has shown a capacity to rise above divisive politics and focus on delivering results. The unity of the Northern Senatorial District depends not on rotating offices blindly but on collectively endorsing leaders who are truly working for the people.

Finally!

While zoning can foster balance, it should not be weaponized to displace capable and effective leadership. Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe’s continued representation ensures continuity, accountability, and sustained development — qualities far more important than geographical origin. Replacing him solely on zoning grounds would be a political disservice to the people of Cross River North.

Ogbaji, wrote in from Calabar, Cross River State.

 

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