Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Momoh, Commissions Reconstructed Abraka-Oben Road and Flags Off Rehabilitation of Abraka-Agbor Road(Video)

Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Momoh, Commissions Reconstructed Abraka-Oben Road and Flags Off Rehabilitation of Abraka-Agbor Road(Video)

In a significant stride towards infrastructural development, the Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, FNSE, commissioned the reconstructed Abraka-Oben Phase 1 road and flagged off the rehabilitation of the Abraka-Agbor Road in Delta State. This milestone marks a testament to the transformative agenda of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) under the renewed leadership of its board and management.

For residents and commuters, this development is a long-awaited dream come true. The deteriorated state of these roads had for years posed serious challenges, not only hampering trade and transport but also serving as a hotspot for criminal activities such as kidnapping and armed robbery. With the completion of this phase, travel time between Benin and surrounding areas has been significantly reduced to approximately 35-40 minutes, enhancing safety and economic activities across Ethiope East in Delta State and Orhionmwon in Edo State.

The event witnessed the presence of key stakeholders, including the Governor of Delta State, Chief Sheriff Oborevwori, who was represented by his Commissioner for Roads and Highways, Comrade Reuben Izeze. After personally inspecting the project, Izeze commended the quality of work executed by the contractors, affirming that the project met high standards.

He extended appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his commitment to appointing the right individuals in crucial positions, highlighting the effectiveness of Engr. Abubakar Momoh as Minister of Regional Development and the management of the NDDC led by Managing Director, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, and Board Chairman, Mr. Chiedu Ebie.

Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, who represents Ethiope Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, was also present at the commissioning and expressed gratitude to the President, the Minister, and the NDDC for their dedicated efforts in revitalizing critical infrastructure in the region.

A remarkable moment during the flag-off ceremony was when the Minister himself took control of construction equipment, personally driving the machinery to commence the next phase of the road project. This hands-on approach underscored his dedication to ensuring the swift execution of developmental projects under his supervision.

Under the leadership and supervision of Engr. Abubakar Momoh, the NDDC has gained widespread recognition for its accelerated project execution. The Minister lauded the agency’s performance, emphasizing that its success stems from a disciplined and harmonious approach between the management board and the council. He called on other development commissions to draw inspiration from the NDDC’s effective project execution strategies.

In his address, the Minister conveyed appreciation to the National Assembly and other government agencies for their unwavering support in ensuring the efficient operations of the NDDC. He highlighted the successful commissioning of numerous mega projects by the NDDC, with several more set for completion, all in alignment with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

The commissioning of the Abraka-Oben Road and the launch of the Abraka-Agbor Road rehabilitation reinforce the commitment of the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Regional Development and the NDDC, to driving infrastructural growth and economic revitalization in the Niger Delta region.

Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah writes in for iReporteronline.