Gov Otti Takes Over Ikwuano-Ikot Ekpene Federal Road Construction
…Light at the end of the tunnel
The dilapidated and long abounded Ikwuano/Ikot Ekpene Federal Road Project is now within the purview of Abia State Government led by Dr Alex Chioma Oti to be constructed.
Governing council member of the Abia State University Uturu (ABSU), Dr Monday Ubani (SAN) said Governor Otti has taken over the construction of the road while interacting with newsmen in Umuahia, the Abia State capital city.
Concerned Abia citizen and learned silk, Dr Ubani noted that the road was awarded since 2019 with little to show for the funds expended stressing that the Abia State Government under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Alex Otti has taken over the construction.
The advocate of good governance and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Dr Ubani expressed joy for the the take over as the project will now be delivered in no time adding the people of Ikwuano and entire humanity own the Governor unalloyed support at all times.
However, Dr Ubani stated in full,
“Breaking News recently revealed that the long-abandoned Ikwuano/Ikot Ekpene Road, awarded since 2019 with little to show for the funds expended is now set to be taken over and completed by the Abia State Government under the dynamic leadership of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti.
“As an indigene of Ikwuano, my heart overflows with joy. Having experienced years of empty promises and dashed hopes, I was initially sceptical. But in a moment of prayerful boldness, I called His Excellency last night, and to the glory of God, he picked up my call. With firm assurance, he confirmed: “Once I say it, consider it done.” In that moment, I could not help but exclaim, Praise be to God!
“With this commitment, Ikwuano can now look forward to hope. Governor Otti, by this singular move, has earned the undivided loyalty and gratitude of Ikwuano people. As long as there is breath in us, His Excellency can count on our 100% support.
“Within these two years of active governance in Abia, our people have watched other local governments celebrate commissioned projects while Ikwuano waited in silence. I have always preached patience, assuring them that when our time comes, we would dance like others. That time is now.
“We will, as Oliver Twist humbly remind His Excellency of other pressing needs: Completion of the Ariam-Usaka Ring Road
“Revival of the Ibere cocoa plantation
“Rehabilitation of dilapidated schools and healthcare facilities in all the 4 Clans.
“Construction of rural access roads linking villages in Oboro, Oloko, Ariam, and Ibere
“Creation of a new local government from Ikwuano
“Youth and women empowerment
“Stable electricity in Ikwuano. Ikwuano is presently the worst in terms of stable electricity.
“Today, I proudly say: I am from Abia! I am from Ikwuano! Under Governor Otti, the shame of the past is giving way to glory.
“Truly, God is an Abian – this is God’s Own State. If you don’t get it, forget it!
“Enyi naga, nayi go gi n’azu; gwogwogwo n ngwo! We Move”.
While many may say there is light at the end of the tunnel, Dr. Ubani remained resolute, appealing to Governor Alex Otti to come to their aid by completing the Ariam-Usaka Ring Road.
It is worth recalling that the deplorable Ikwuano/Ikot Ekpene Road, a federal government owned infrastructure, has been approved and awarded multiple times to contractors for reconstruction but was allegedly abandoned.
