By : Ike Philip Abiagom
In a bold demonstration of people-centered representation, the member representing Oshimili North Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Frank N. Esenwah, has doubled the number of vulnerable constituents benefiting from the Delta State Contributory Health Scheme (DSCHS), raising the figure from 200 to an impressive 400 enrollees.
The initiative, which is fully funded by Hon. Esenwah, covers the annual premiums of beneficiaries, giving them access to essential medical services without financial burden. Beneficiaries include the elderly, widows, low-income earners, and individuals with chronic health needs.
According to the lawmaker, effective representation goes beyond speeches and promises; it requires tangible interventions that improve daily living.
“Healthcare is not a privilege—it is a necessity. If we want strong communities, we must first ensure healthy citizens,” Esenwah stated.
Residents across the constituency have begun accessing care under the scheme, marking this as a practical solution and not a political pledge awaiting fulfilment. Community leaders and healthcare officials have also commended the gesture, describing it as one of the most impactful constituency interventions in recent times.
With plans already underway for further expansion, Hon. Esenwah says the goal is to ensure that more households have the security of reliable healthcare.
“We started with 200. Today we are at 400. And we are not stopping. Every investment in health is an investment in the future of Oshimili North,” he added.
The expansion underscores his commitment to delivering representation rooted in action—where promises are replaced with results and governance is measured by the well-being of the people.