The governor’s infrastructure development project in the area has garnered admiration from residents who expressed their appreciation during a tour organised by the Recover Nigeria Project, a civil society organisation in Akwa. During the tour, residents witnessed the progress made, including the construction of roads such as the 23km Amansea-Awa-Ndiukwuenu-Ufuma, the redevelopment of Ekwueme Square, as well as the proposed construction of the 26km Amansea-Ebenebe-Ugbenu-Ugbene-Awba-Ofemili road.
Residents expressed appreciation for the new road infrastructure which has made it easier for farmers to travel, especially, while also highlighting their communities. Ambrose Nweke, a native of Awba-Ofemili community, expressed gratitude for the improved road conditions which have made it easier for farmers to transport their produce to market. Michael Okagbue, a farmer, was happy to see traders going directly to the farms to buy produce, thanks to the easy access to the roads.
Chinedu Oraekie, former Secretary General of Awba-Ofemili Community, noted the growing attraction of investors and real estate agents to the community since the asphalting of the road, leading to increased land values and increased economic activity. Joy Akachukwu, from Ugbenu Community, highlighted the improved access to health services as a result of the construction of the road.
These infrastructure projects have not only improved connectivity in the area, but have also fostered social and economic development in local communities. The construction of new roads has opened up new opportunities for residents, reinforcing the link between infrastructure development and quality of life.getSize()