Shettima commissions 33.5km Elele-Egbeda-Omoku Road in Rivers

Vice President Kashim Shettima recently commissioned a 33.5-kilometre dual carriageway road, connecting the Elele-Egbeda-Omoku region in Rivers State. The road project, which links Ikwerre, Emohua and Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local Government Areas, is set to improve access, economic opportunities and security for the region's residents.

Shettima emphasized that good roads and infrastructure are vital for fostering economic development and spreading opportunities across Nigeria. He highlighted that every completed infrastructure project creates opportunities for people, and government must ensure these benefits are spread nationwide.

The completion of the road also showcases the continuous nature of government, with new administrations building upon the work of previous governments. President Bola Tinubu expressed satisfaction with the completion of the project and its anticipated benefits for Rivers State's residents. Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State commended Shettima and the government's commitment to improving the lives of Nigerians.

The road project includes a 99-metre bridge, and its completion is expected to enhance the movement of people, goods, and services between the three local government areas. Governor Fubara noted that the presence of the Vice President during the ceremony was significant, as it signaled Rivers State's continued importance within Nigeria.

Additionally, the improved road infrastructure may bolster the government's campaign ahead of the 2027 elections, according to Fubara. The project, awarded in March 2024, was to be completed within 24 months.