Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has known as on politicians to maneuver past slender, non-public pursuits and make the most of politics as a device for the broader improvement wants of the individuals.
Fubara made this name throughout the inauguration of Okocha Highway and Spurs in Rumuolumeni Group, Obio/Akpor Native Authorities Space, on Tuesday.
The occasion, held at Okocha Highway Junction, Nkpor Highway, Rumuolumeni, marked a major milestone in his administration’s dedication to addressing the welfare of the state’s residents.
In his tackle, the governor emphasised that politics mustn’t solely be about securing the assist of followers but additionally about addressing the real wants of the individuals.
He said, “Politics isn’t just about who’s with you or who’s towards you. It’s equally about assembly the wants of the residents.
“If I had been an evil individual, I’d have averted this place contemplating its location and situations, however it’s our obligation in authorities to offer companies, shield lives and property. It’s not about me; it’s concerning the authorities’s accountability to place smiles on the faces of our individuals.”
Offering context for the undertaking, Fubara famous that after the Presidential Election in 2023, there was a urgent must alleviate anxieties amongst supporters within the space to safe beneficial votes for his governorship bid.
He defined, “We needed to do every little thing to make sure a cushty surroundings for our election. The individuals of this neighborhood, primarily non-indigenes with a major voting power, supported us and noticed causes to again our trigger.
“What I’m doing right here right this moment is an easy ‘thanks’ for believing in us, for standing by us.”
The governor assured that his administration would tackle different requests made on behalf of the neighborhood, together with rehabilitating different dilapidated streets to make them motorable.
He additionally directed the Commissioner for Training to right away examine the Group Secondary Faculty within the space and take essential steps in the direction of its reconstruction to accommodate extra college students.
Addressing the individuals’s considerations, Governor Fubara famous that the residents of Obio/Akpor will quickly witness the inauguration of the essential Okania/Ogbogoro Highway undertaking, with instant plans underway for the completion of the primary Basic Hospital in Obio/Akpor Native Authorities Space and a contemporary Psychiatric Hospital.
“Our tasks will not be nearly roads however about enhancing the standard of life for our individuals,” he added.
Former lawmaker representing Rivers East Senatorial District, Senator John Azuta-Mbata, who carried out the inauguration, lauded Governor Fubara’s management, describing him because the king within the hearts of Rivers individuals.
“Regardless of the vicissitudes of the state’s politics, you’ve gotten remained dedicated to your duties, implementing tasks with out being distracted by authorized or political challenges. Your management is a testomony to your dedication to the welfare and safety of our individuals,” Azuta-Mbata mentioned.
Offering a technical description of the undertaking, Commissioner for Works, Elloka Tasie-Amadi, highlighted that the 1.55km Okocha Highway and its 405-meter spurs function a 7-meter-wide carriageway with 2.7km of drains, strategically linking Nkpor and Aker Roads, which results in the continued Trans-Kalabari Highway building.