ANAMBRA ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON WORKS INSPECTS ROAD PROJECTS IN OKPOKO

By Chizoba Okeke  :

Anambra State House of Assembly Committee on Works and Infrastructure has conducted an inspection of the ongoing road construction projects on Nwokedi and Edmund Streets, including extensions 1, 2, 3, and 4 in Okpoko, Ogbaru Local Government Area. 

 The visit aimed to assess the progress of work and ensure the contractors are adhering to the project’s specifications. 

The committee led by its chairman and member representing Orumba South Constituency, Mr Emma Nwafor expressed satisfaction with the quality of materials being used, particularly in the construction of the drainage system, which is critical for managing floodwaters in the area.

According to the committee, the project is currently at the stage of desilting and casting drainage structures, while noting that the drainage work will mitigate flooding issue.

From findings, the committee also highlighted several challenges the contractors are facing, including adverse effects of heavy rainfall and domestic wastewater from surrounding buildings, which compounds the problem by causing blockages.

The contractor handling the job, Engineer Ezeadi Austin, stated that the 3.5 kilometer road will be completed in less than five months, assuring not to compromise standards.

* Okeke is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State*