From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja
The execution of Additional projects in Arochukwu , Isuikwuato and Bende LGAs of Abia-North by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu gave constituents of Aro Town, Idima Abam, Obayi Ovim and Igbere more reasons to smile as a result of the construction of New School and Road structures in their respective communities.
Mobilised from the 2024 appropriation development projects facilitated by the Chairman Senate Committee on Privatisation, contractors arrived on sites and since commenced constructions in enerst.
Constituents of Arochukwu on Sunday rendered tons of gratitude to the former Abia Governor during the flag-off ceremony of the Idima Abam road construction.
Still in Arochukwu construction works on the Amanagwu road in Aro Town got off to full swing with the presence of Graders carrying out earth works under the supervision of the contractors and assistance of labourers.
A youth Leader spoke of the challenges encountered by the residents of Idima saying that due to the terrible state of the road Commercial motorists decline to convey people into the community as they are left with no other option than to trek.
He said; “Now that our Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has come to rescue. We are very happy.
“He has been a title holder in our community since 1997 so Idima is his home. He continues to provide us with the dividends of democracy, God will continue to uplift him.
In Education Idima Community school Abam became the beneficiary of another block of three classroom structures currently undergoing renovation which adds to the one previously rebuilt by the Senator.
As workers discharged their duties , Head Teacher the School Elder Okonkwo Ukoha described the current state of the building which he described as terrible and non conducive for learning and teaching.
He however expressed happiness that now the structure is being renovated by Kalu the situation will no longer be the same, he also noted that the school had also benefited from a previous structure constructed by the Senator which is in use presently.
The Headteacher thanked Kalu; “We are grateful to him for commencing the reconstruction of this school as you can see the building has deteriorated.
“He has built one Structure for us before and now he is giving us an additional one. The staff, students and community are in a joyous mood and they are full of gratitude.
Isuikwuato Local Government saw the gathering of residents to witness the flag-off event for the construction of Obichie Road in Obayi Ovim.
In Bende Local Government residents were thrilled to witness the construction works of the long awaited Igbere road which will traverse through Umuokpo—Amankalu Alayi—Okafia communities.
Prominent Youth Leader Ebony Inyama expressed gratitude to Kalu; “The community is so delighted and they have wished our Senator well in his future endeavour and they have assured his unalloyed support and their votes come 2027 because there is no other way to repay him for such a gesture other than with our votes.
On his official social media accounts Kalu threw more light on the development expressing that the capital infrastructures will bring relief and improved connectivity to the people of Abia North Senatorial District.
“These projects mark a significant milestone in our efforts to improve infrastructure and enhance connectivity in Abia North Senatorial District.
“Let’s keep hope alive and look forward to the positive impact this development will bring, Kalu said.
Kalu further assured of his commitment to deliver more infrastructure development projects to enhance the lives of his constituents.
