Labour Party Senatorial Candidate for Benue South Zone C, Dr. Onuh Prince, popularly known as Obilekpa L’Oyalewa, has described the member representing Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency, Hon. Chief Dr. Bishop Philip Agbese, as the “Starboy of Zone C,” praising his achievements and political rise at a relatively young age.
In a statement released on Friday, Onuh said Agbese’s emergence as a federal lawmaker at the age of 34 remains a remarkable feat that should inspire young people across Benue South and beyond.
According to him, the lawmaker’s political journey demonstrates that dedication, hard work, and consistency can produce outstanding results in public service.
“Dr. Philip Agbese is indeed a starboy of our time. At 34, he was elected to represent the good people of Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency. By 2027, if the Lord tarries and we are counted among the living, he will still be under 40 when he secures a second term,” Onuh stated.
The Labour Party stalwart urged Agbese’s contemporaries and critics to focus on personal development rather than envy, stressing that success is earned through commitment and perseverance.
“Instead of hate, work on yourself. Ask yourself, at 34, where am I? At 40, where will I be? Greatness demands work, not envy,” he added.
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Onuh also weighed in on the recent controversy surrounding allegations that Agbese endorsed the emergence of Hon. Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere as Minority Leader of the House of Representatives.
He maintained that Agbese had publicly denied signing any document for such a purpose and argued that signatures are routinely appended to numerous official documents within the National Assembly.
“Hon. Agbese has paid his dues. He has washed his hands clean. He has publicly stated that he did not sign for Hon. Ikenga to become Minority Leader. Signatures move daily in the National Assembly. What makes anyone think that particular signature was for that purpose?” he queried.
The labour party senatorial candidate called on political stakeholders to set aside personal grievances and focus on effective representation and service delivery to the people.
He further expressed pride in Agbese’s performance and growing influence in Benue South, describing him as a source of inspiration for many young politicians in the region.
“Let us keep hate aside and focus on service. Zone C is proud of him. God bless Dr. Philip Agbese. God bless Labour Party,” Onuh concluded.
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