Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has announced that his administration has completed the reconstruction of 90 roads that were in various stages of disrepair since he assumed office.
The announcement was made during his monthly interaction with journalists at the Government House in Umuahia on Friday night.
Governor Otti highlighted that all the 90 roads were rebuilt by the Ministry of Works using direct labour, aligning with the state’s Zero Pothole Policy.
He stated, “All the 90 roads were done by our Ministry of Works by direct labour, and some of them fit into our Zero Pothole Policy.
“We have reconstructed, rebuilt and inaugurated 16 roads.
“We have also worked on another 16 roads at the moment, and the total length of the 16 roads is about 165 kilometres, running through the different senatorial districts of the state,” he added.
Additionally, the governor said the state government had awarded the “long abandoned and very difficult Ohanku Road.”
Otti revealed plans were underway to secure virement from the 2024 budget for road construction because “it appears that we are running faster than our budget on roads.”
In the healthcare sector, Governor Otti reiterated his administration’s commitment to transforming the state’s health services. Efforts are underway to rehabilitate general hospitals and primary healthcare centers across Abia, with the latter being upgraded in phases to enhance functionality.
The governor also addressed education, revealing that the state has commenced the remodeling of public schools to elevate educational standards and improve learning environments.
On the agricultural front, the government aims to collaborate with reputable organizations to enhance the production of crops such as palm oil, rubber, cocoa, plantain, and rice.
Regarding security, Governor Otti affirmed the government’s dedication to safeguarding lives and property. He condemned the recent killing of five soldiers in Aba on May 30, vowing to take decisive action against any remaining hoodlums in the state.
Governor Otti also emphasized his administration’s focus on workers’ welfare, ensuring that salaries are paid on the 28th of every month.
He added that issues inherited from the previous administration, such as promotions and leave allowance arrears, are currently being addressed.
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