ANAMBRA WEST MAYOR HAILS SOLUDO OVER PRESIDENTIAL APPROVAL FOR DUALIZATION OF OTUOCHA ANAM NZAM–IBAJI FEDERAL ROAD

By Felix Igboanugo

The Mayor of Anambra West Local Government Area, Mrs Edith Nkeiru Ndive, has commended Gov. Chukwuma Soludo for securing Presidential approval for the dualization of the Otuocha Anam Nzam–Ibaji Federal Road.

Ndive gave the commendation on July 17, while speaking with an Information Officer in her office at Nzam, describing the approval as a significant milestone that would accelerate the socio economic development of Anambra West and adjoining communities.

She attributed the approval to Soludo’s sustained engagement with the Federal Government, saying it underscored the governor’s commitment to improving infrastructure and enhancing the welfare of residents.

According to the mayor, the dualization of the road will improve transportation, facilitate trade, boost agricultural activities, reduce travel time and strengthen economic ties between Anambra and Kogi states, as well as neighbouring communities.

Hon. Ndive also commended President Bola Tinubu for approving the project, describing the decision as timely and beneficial to commuters, farmers, traders and other road users.

She said the cordial relationship between the state and Federal Government had continued to attract impactful projects aimed at addressing longstanding infrastructure deficits and promoting inclusive development.

The mayor expressed confidence that the approval would mark the beginning of a new era of development for residents who had long awaited the reconstruction and expansion of the road.

She reaffirmed her administration’s commitment to complementing the state’s development agenda through grassroots mobilisation, community engagement and people centred initiatives across Anambra West Local Government Area.

Ndive expressed optimism that, upon completion, the project would improve connectivity, enhance security, create employment opportunities and stimulate sustainable economic growth in the area.

Felix Igboanugo is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State