By Onyekachi Eze
In recognition of the positive impacts the widely urban renewal program as introduced by governor Rochas Okorocha portends to the overall interest of Imo populace, the House of Assembly Committee Chairman on Housing and Urban Development, and Honourable member representing Oru East State Constituency in IMHA, Hon Nkenna John Nzeruo has applauded the governor for the Urban Renewal policy.
He made the commendation on Imo governor after x-raying the derivable benefits derivable from the expansion and beautification of Owerri roads, and by extension to the three zones of the State.
It would be recalled that Governor Rochas Okorocha recently embarked on massive road expansions and its beautifications. The governor on the kick-off of the urban renewal program in the State however promised to dualize major roads in Owerri to 2,4,6,8 and possibly 12 lanes.
Hon Nzeruo posited that although the ongoing exercise would likely affect buildings and people’s property, it will boost the economic and investment potentials of the State.
He submitted that Imolites stand greater chances of benefiting from the program, hence pointed out that what the governor embarked on happens to fall on the IMHA Committee on housing and urban development which is saddled with the responsibilities of oversight function as it relates to housing in the State and its urban planning.
The Oru East legislator retorted that what Owelle Okorocha is doing is not for his personal benefit, but for the overall interest of all and Sundry residing in Imo State and environs.
In a similar note, Chief Nzeruo admonished Imolites to be patient with the State government while the project is going on, stressing that in plans to make Imo the hub of excellence, investment and tourism, the governor in his ingenuity and love for the State has promised to complete the ongoing road constructions and other structural construction in the State before end of the year 2017.
Imolites are also urged to give the present government the required supports needed in the actualization of the city renewal program. Nzeruo said that the APC led government has achieved tremendously in the infrastructural development of the State and as such assured that his committee will not relent in supporting such giant strides.
Meanwhile, it is on record that through the public presentation made by the Oru East legislator, Nkenna Nzeruo during the courtesy call made to the governor by Oru East leaders on the governors 55th birthday, the governor promised to complete all uncompleted roads and structures in Oru East LGA in no distant time.
About The Author
You may also like
-
Setback, as Anyanwu’s Media Adviser Dumps Crisis-Ridden PDP
-
Trumpeta, Thursday, 16th January 2025 Edition
-
Mpaputa Udu Ebiri Cultural Festival of Akarachi Age Grade No. 22: A Celebration of Readiness to Serve the Community.
-
Trumpeta, Friday January 9th, 2025 Edition Front Page (Cover)
-
PDP Stakeholders’ Meeting: Anyanwu Denies Leaving PDP, … Rekindles Hope of Party Members, Empowers Ward, LGA, State Exco with over 150m The National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, Senator Samuel Nnaemeka Anyanwu has denied rumour that he was leaving the Peoples Democratic Party, assuring party members that he would remain in the party even if everyone leaves. “Do not be deceived, confused or misled by anyone, I am in PDP and will remain in the party until our mandate is achieved. Take note that ADC or APP will never win any election in Imo state and Nigeria at large. Anyone deceiving you or spreading falsehood that PDP is dead is only suffering from schizophrenia” “It’s only in PDP that you can find matured party members, our party is like the old NPP where it regarded human beings. Those who claim to be members and leaders of ruling party are finding it difficult to feed, but in PDP, we are feeding well even when we are not in power” Anyanwu made this declaration on Wednesday while addressing members during the New Year Special Stakeholders meeting at party secretariate, Owerri. Accordingly, Anyanwu, in appreciation of the dedication of party members, stakeholders, ward, LGA and State Exco lavishly rewarded them with gift items valued over 150m tagged; “New Year Unity Gift” Adding further, Senator Anyanwu expressed delight that despite minor internal wrangling that almost derailed the vision of PDP few months ago, party members in the state remained dedicated and steadfast with the party. According to him, the trailer load of over 1000 bags of rice and other items to blend it were not to induce them, but to appreciate are them for working for the party in the state. He reiterated the need for all hands to be on deck towards building a viable and formidable political party in the state, adding that those stagging a gang up against PDP in Imo State and Nigeria do not have what it takes to dislodge the party in any contest. He called on party leaders, critical stakeholders and members across the 305 wards in the state not to be deterred or allow political shenanigans of unstable politicians to distract them from working for the party. In attendance include, the 27 LGA Chairmen, women leaders, youth leaders, State Working Committee, Southeast leaders, former LGA Chairmanship candidates, stakeholders, critical leaders and special citizens, among others. Signed Ikenna Onuoha, Ph.D Advider, Media
