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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has flagged off the construction of Phase 2B of the access road to the Second Niger Bridge to enhance transportation infrastructure and regional connectivity in the Southeast.

The President was represented by Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, while the Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, personally attended the event at Ogbunike (3-3 Nkwelle Junction) along the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway.

The Second Niger Bridge, commissioned in 2023, has greatly improved travel between the Southeast and other parts of the country, but its full benefits have been hindered by incomplete access roads.

The newly launched Phase 2B construction is aimed at addressing this by delivering a 17.5km dual carriageway with seven bridges and modern infrastructure, including security cameras.

The road will stretch from the Umunya/Ogbunike axis of the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, passing through the Old Enugu Road Interchange, Ogidi, Nkpor-Umuoji Road Interchange, to the Asaba-Ibuzo Road Interchange and Valley Bridge.

The ceremony began with Igwe Awkuzu, Igwe Prof. Charles Anikweze, the closest traditional ruler to the venue, offering prayers over the kola nut, invoking blessings for the successful execution of the project.

Speaking at the event, Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi commended Governor Soludo for his exceptional leadership and transformative achievements in multiple sectors.

He noted that Anambra currently has 18 ongoing federal road projects, including the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, which has been split between MTN and another company for effective execution.

Beyond road projects, Umahi described Soludo as a strong ally of President Tinubu, stating that their partnership has been instrumental in advancing development in Anambra and the Southeast.

He assured that payments for the project would be tied to work progress, with 30 percent of the contract sum already disbursed.

Enge Umahi urged local communities along the route to support the project and avoid disruptions. He also reiterated President Tinubu’s commitment to the Southeast, citing key appointments such as the Chief of Naval Staff and the Minister of Works as proof of the administration’s dedication to the region.

Responding, Governor Soludo said the Second Niger Bridge would remain incomplete until the entire 35km access road was fully constructed.

While acknowledging previous setbacks, he thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and expressed optimism that, with Umahi as Minister of Works, the project would be completed as planned.

He urged community leaders, PGs, and traditional rulers to ensure that local youths do not obstruct construction activities, emphasizing that cooperation is essential for a smooth execution process.

Governor Soludo further highlighted the importance of sustained federal-state collaboration in infrastructure development, revealing that Anambra had already invested over N150 billion in federal roads. He stressed that the dualization of key roads was critical to preventing future congestion and ensuring long-term economic growth in the region.

The contractor, CGC Nigeria Limited, represented by General Manager Gius Cheng, pledged to complete the project on schedule and in line with the highest quality standards.

Danwakae:
Look at Baba Tinubu sending extra allocation and awarding projects to appease the Southeast and South South

But his mumu hungry followers are online insulting


Reno advise them , they refuse to listen



Nothing can stop Baba Tinubu from being

A Term Bad President

Danwakae:
Look at Baba Tinubu sending extra allocation and awarding projects to appease the Southeast and South South

But his mumu hungry followers are online insulting


Reno advise them , they refuse to listen



Nothing can stop Baba Tinubu from being

A Term Bad President

tundegan:
Soludo na correct guy.

The way he is working with Tinubu to transform Anambra state is commendable.

rinzaugustine:
He is crippled inside aso rock and cannot go out or travel anywhere within Nigeria safe for the two trips he made to Enugu and one other place after Peter Obi asked him to. The only place he travels easily is France

Katakata10:
They won't complain as e benefit them.

You won't hear them and their 'Agulu ipob-agenda president' say infrastructure does not grow the economy

Danwakae:
Look at Baba Tinubu sending extra allocation and awarding projects to appease the Southeast and South South

But his mumu hungry followers are online insulting


Reno advise them , they refuse to listen



Nothing can stop Baba Tinubu from being

A Term Bad President

tundegan:
Soludo na correct guy.

The way he is working with Tinubu to transform Anambra state is commendable.

Katakata10:
They won't complain as e benefit them.

You won't hear them and their 'Agulu ipob-agenda president' say infrastructure does not grow the economy

Danwakae:
Look at Baba Tinubu sending extra allocation and awarding projects to appease the Southeast and South South

But his mumu hungry followers are online insulting


Reno advise them , they refuse to listen



Nothing can stop Baba Tinubu from being

A Term Bad President

numericalguy:
You are very correct.

The south east are always bitter and complain whenever projects are being carried out in other regions but other regions never complains when the government is doing projects on the south east

Bitter Tegwolor Obi is no where to condemn this beautiful project

xtimconsult:
The North that support him what did they get...

Omooo leave we not trust any Yoruba man...
Because Yoruba don't do something for free..

We still remember everything you did during election in lagos

xtimconsult:
We go collect and still not vote for him....
He should just forget what wike did for him in river state.. this time opposition are wise...

You see South South, South East No want hear APC.... The worst is that Him APC Government still dey hold Mazi Nnadi Kanu....

All most governor don't trust Tinubu because of he's cabinet are not true Democrats...

Freetech:
Tinubu, this people are ingrate don't waste your time and resources on their matter.

Face SS, SW and the North

Ask Buhari

Their vote is the useless and useless. it determine nothing. It didn't stop Buhari 8years