By Matthias Ogbagah

UGHELLI – The Delta State government has recently approved the reward of Imohwe street construction in Ekiugbo-Ughelli to connect Oteri and Iwremaro town, Phase 1 and Aro road, both in Ughelli North Local Government Area, Delta State, aimed at enhancing infrastructure and stimulating economic growth throughout the state.

The Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, made the disclosure shortly after the state executive meeting held in the government house, Asaba.

According to him, the approvals are part of the ongoing efforts by the administration to improve road connectivity in both urban and rural areas.

According to Aniagwu, the road projects span the state’s three senatorial districts and encompass both new constructions and significant rehabilitation, focusing on economic viability, accessibility, and long-lasting quality.

He listed the approved projects, including the construction of Arho Road by Heroes of Faith in Ughelli, re-awarding of the Imohwe Street project in Ekiugbo to connect Oteri and Iwremaro Town Phase 1, reconstruction of compromised sections of the Uzere–Asaba–Ase Road, the Aboh–Akarai concrete road featuring a 100m bridge over the Okiri River in Ndokwa East, the Eku–Osubi Road, and the Okpanam–Ugbolu Road.

“A review has led to increased contract amounts for certain projects awarded during the previous administration. Among these are the Ejeme-Aniogor–Obidugbo–Ekuku-Agbor Road Phase 1 and the Ajuebor and Uwaezueka Streets in Boji-Boji Owa. We also initiated construction on the Amai–Aragba Road, which received a 40 percent mobilization fee, and the Idheze Internal Roads Phases 1 and 2.

“Additional projects approved include the Ovrode–Aradhe Road Phase 1, the Amaka/Ogodogo/Ivu Access Road in Okpolo-Enhwe, Atuma-Iga Internal Roads.

“Further approvals were given for the rehabilitation and asphalt overlay of Olu Palace Road/Ugbori/Ekurede-Itsekiri Road and the construction of Orugboh Road in Warri South.

“Exco has also sanctioned the construction of a 12-terrace building at the Permanent Secretaries’ Quarters in Asaba and the concession of the Issele-Uku Garment Facility/Skill Acquisition Centre.

“The extension of electricity supply and installation of six transformers in the Orugbo, Ode-Itsekiri, Ajigba, Inorin, Usele, and Ugbodede communities, all situated in the Warri South Local Government Area, has also been approved.”