RT. HON. MARCUS ONOBUN: THE DEFINITIVE PROBLEM -SOLVER, THE MASTER OF COMPASSION, ALWAYS ONE STEP AHEAD
2027: MARCUS ONCE MORE
By Comrade J. A. Odion, Public Affairs Analyst, Politician, Public Administrator and Media Consultant.
The member representing Esan Central, Esan West and Igueben Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Marcus I. Onobun has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to improving healthcare delivery across the Esan West, Esan Central, and Igueben Federal Constituency. Through targeted infrastructure development, strategic provision of medical equipment, and purposeful legislative interventions, his healthcare agenda remains people-centred, impact-driven, and sustainable.
I. Healthcare Infrastructure Development and Facility Upgrades
A cornerstone of Rt. Hon. Onobun’s health intervention strategy is the revitalisation and expansion of primary healthcare infrastructure to improve access, efficiency, and quality of care at the grassroots level.
Key Interventions Include:
1. Construction of an Ultramodern Primary Health Centre (PHC), Okuta Ebelle
An ultramodern PHC was constructed in Okuta Ebelle, significantly enhancing access to quality primary healthcare services for residents of the community and neighbouring settlements.
2. Renovation and Equipping of the Ogwa Primary Health Care Centre, Esan West
The Ogwa PHC underwent comprehensive renovation and was fully equipped with essential medical tools, restoring its functionality and strengthening service delivery to the local population.
3.Strategic medical equipment was provided to key health institutions, including the Illeh Federal Medical Centre and the Urohi Health Centre in Esan West, to support improved diagnosis and treatment.
4. Distribution of hospital consumables to Iruekpen General Hospital.
Health related Legislative Milestones Include:
1.Bill for the Establishment of the Federal University of Tropical Medicine, Irrua*
2. Bill for the establishment of a Federal University of Tropical Medicine in Irrua. The bill has successfully passed Second Reading, positioning the institution as a future hub for tropical disease research, training, and innovation.
3.Prohibition of Open Defecation Bill, 2024, reinforcing national efforts toward improved sanitation and public health outcomes.
Constitutional alteration bill to move “Quarantine” from the Exclusive Legislative List to the Concurrent Legislative List, empowering states to respond more effectively to public health emergencies co-sponsored with House Speaker, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas.
Rt. Hon. Marcus I. Onobun’s healthcare interventions reflect a holistic approach that combines infrastructure development, resource provision, and forward-looking legislation. His actions continue to strengthen healthcare delivery, promote public health, and improve the quality of life for constituents across Esan West, Esan Central, and Igueben Federal Constituency.
