By Ugochukwu Alaribe
ABA—Abia State governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, has said he was desperate to serve the people of the state through the delivery of quality democracy dividends in the areas of infrastructure to boost the economy of the state.
Ikpeazu while inspecting ongoing road projects in Aba, charged contractors handling road projects to ensure quality work with well fitted drainage systems which would stand the test of time, stressing that with the cement pavement technology used in constructing the roads, they will outlive his administration.
Inspecting ongoing road projects at Ehere, Echefu, Owerri, Umuola, Emelogu, and Kamalu roads, the governor said that work will soon commence on the dilapidated portions on St. Michaels, Hospital, Jubilee Roads and Old court located within the city centre.
According to him, “We are pioneering the cement pavement technology around this part of Nigeria. Our desire to do this is informed by the fact that we need to do roads that will last at least 20 years.
“I m satisfied with the materials they are using to reinforce the concrete before asphalting. Cement pavement technology will be the minimum standard of roads we are going to do. As far as our resources can take us, we try to do that.
“The overriding import is service; we are desperate to give service to the people of Abia State. We will continue to do it as the funds are available. It is better we die serving Abia people. So, what are we keeping the money for? If money is available; we will use it to serve the people. Funding is not a barrier..”VANGUARD
