The Delta state government, Thursday, approved N230 billion worth of projects across different sectors in line with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s commitment to infrastructure development and wellbeing of Deltans.
The approvals were disclosed by the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, at a press briefing after the State Executive Council meeting held at Government House, Asaba, and presided over by Governor Oborevwori.
Mr. Aniagwu was flanked by Commissioners Sonny Ekedayen (Economic Planning), Reuben Izeze (Works – Highways and Urban Roads), Dr. Joseph Onojaeme (Health), Hon. Ebikeme Clark (Riverine Infrastructure), and the chief press secretary to the governor, Sir Festus Ahon.
He stated that the council approved various projects, spanning key sectors, including health, road infrastructure, energy, and riverine development, adding that the council also reviewed and revoked non-performing contracts to ensure affected communities receive value for government’s investment.
Among the major approvals was the design and construction of a flyover at Uromi Junction in Agbor, Ika South Local Government area, at a cost of ₦59.7 billion, and the design and construction of another flyover along the Ughelli/Patani (East-West) Highway at Otovwodo Junction, Ughelli, for ₦39.3 billion.
Other projects approved at the meeting include the construction of Kolokolo to Tisun road in Warri North, the payment of retirement and death benefits to staff of Delta State University, Abraka, and the rehabilitation of Bomadi to Gbaregolor road.
Also approved were the completion of the Bulu-Angiama Road, off the Ughelli/Patani Expressway in Patani, and the completion of the Ituru Road in Elume, Sapele Local Government area.
The Executive Council also approved ₦1.05 billion for projects in Warri South-West Local Government area under the Directorate of Riverine Infrastructure Development.
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