The 26.4 kilometre Amansea-Ntokor-Ndiukwuenu-Awa-Ufuma road has been officially commissioned for public use.
The road which was commissioned in brief ceremonies was awarded and flagged-off for construction by Governor Chukwuma Soludo in September, 2022 and is very critical in the quest to make Anambra State prosperous.
Governor Soludo and entourage made stops at the various communities where the road crisscrossed and was received by a mammoth crowd who sang, danced, among other colourful displays to portray their joy.
According to Governor Soludo, it is project Anambra, irrespective of party affiliation or religious inclination, stressing that the priority of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA is to lift everyone out of poverty in line with the party’s mantra of “be your brother’s keeper”.
While reminding the community members that the road was a major request they made during the gubernatorial campaign, Governor Soludo assured that his administration will continue to prioritize needs, with a view to delivering service to the people.
The Governor pointed out that a new city will emerge along the route, emphasizing that the design of the city is on course.
Transition Committee Chairman for Orumba South, Sir Ogechukwu Ekwueme pledged that the area will keep supporting and praying for the Governor to succeed.
The Traditional Ruler of Awa, Igwe Israel Ezue, President General of Awa, Chief Raymond Ofor, President General of Ufuma, Rtd Commodore Clement Ofor stated that they started to request for the road since 1978, applauding Governor Soludo for the breaking the age-long jinx.
Highpoint was cutting of tape by the various community members and residents of the area, assisted by the Governor.
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