FG Collapses 60-Mtr Mountain For Okigwe-Afikpo Road Construction -Umahi
By Wilson Okereke, Abakaliki The Federal Government has commenced the removal of a mountain estimated at 60 metres in height as part of the ongoing rehabilitation and reconstruction of the Afikpo–Uturu–Okigwe Highway. Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, disclosed this while addressing newsmen during inspection yesterday, describing the intervention as a life-saving project for the people of the South-East. Umahi said the challenging section was deliberately selected to demonstrate the Federal Government’s commitment to improving road infrastructure and connectivity across the region. He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing him as a leader committed to development and inclusiveness across the country. According to him, the progress recorded on the highway should convince residents of the South-East that the Federal Government is committed to infrastructure development in the region. He urged the people to shun hate speech, political sentiments and ...
