By Johnson Ebigide
Eugene Azuka Uzum, a lawyer, policy analyst, youth advocate, and politician, has decried the dominance of selfishness and greed among the political class in Delta State, describing them as major factors behind the widespread suffering of the people.
Speaking in Asaba while extending Easter greetings to Christians, Uzum urged political leaders in the state to embrace the spirit of selflessness exemplified by Jesus Christ. He lamented that the self-serving attitudes of many politicians have not only deepened hardship among the people but have also turned the political class into a subject of ridicule, lacking in competence and integrity.
According to Uzum, the ruling class has, since 1999, widened the gap between government and the people, leaving many disillusioned. He warned that the obsession with power has become so pervasive that even unborn generations appear destined to be caught in the vicious cycle of power-grabbing at all costs.
He expressed concern over the growing trend of youth indoctrination, where young people are being misled into accepting distorted views of leadership and governance. Uzum called for a fundamental shift in the mindset of both leaders and followers, particularly the youth, urging them to resist being manipulated by selfish and anti-people political agendas.
He concluded by encouraging the youth to focus on building a future based on integrity, vision, and service to the people, rather than being pawns in the game of political deception
