Rivers inauguration: Infrastructure improves lives, expands opportunities, says Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima inaugurated the 33.5-kilometre Elele-Egbeda-Omoku dual carriageway in Rivers State, highlighting the critical role of infrastructure development in improving lives and expanding economic opportunities. The project is a key transit corridor connecting several communities in Ikwerre, Emohua, and Ogba–Egbema–Ndoni local government areas.

Shettima emphasized that roads serve various individuals, from farmers delivering produce to markets to students going to school. He praised Governor Siminalayi Fubara for his commitment to public resources and vowed to continue building on previous infrastructure efforts. Fubara described the road as a demonstration of his administration's care for the people and a statement that they are valued.

The project replaced a road with deep gullies, deteriorated carriageways, and security concerns with a modern dual carriageway lit for safer travel at night. The contract was awarded to Messrs Craneburg Construction Company, with the works focusing on drainage, a bridge, and street lighting.