Ugochinyere hails Tinubu, Umahi, Soludo over major road project approval

The Federal Government has approved the design and procurement for the 150-kilometer Oba–Nnewi–Uga–Ihube (Okigwe Junction) Road project. This approval, welcomed by Ikenga Ugochinyere, the member representing Ideato North and South Federal Constituency, is seen as a significant breakthrough for communities in the South-East region.

Ugochinyere commended President Bola Tinubu, Minister of Works Dave Umahi, Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo, and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas for their roles in securing the approval. He described the project as the outcome of years of advocacy and a testament to what can be achieved through cross-party cooperation for the public good. The lawmaker stated that the road will not only enhance safety by reducing accidents but also stimulate economic prosperity by opening up communities.

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This approval is a clear expression of what we can achieve when we work together across party lines for the good of our people. Years of advocacy have paid off.

The approved highway is expected to significantly improve connectivity, linking communities in Anambra and Imo states to the Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway. This improved infrastructure will facilitate the movement of people and goods across the South-East, South-South, and North-Central regions of Nigeria. Ugochinyere had previously sponsored a motion in the House of Representatives highlighting the road's deteriorating condition, referring to it as a "death trap" that exposed commuters to risks.

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The Oba–Uga–Akokwa road will not only save lives but will open up our communities for economic prosperity. I thank Mr President, the Works Ministry, Governor Soludo, and the Speaker for making this a reality.