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Gov. Ihedioha orders, reopening of Douglas Road, suspension of dredging activities in Imo
The governor of Imo
State, Emeka Ihedioha, has ordered the immediate suspension of all dredging
activities in rivers within Owerri, the state capital.
A statement issued
by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Chibuike Onyeukwu, yesterday said
Ihedioha was miffed by the uncontrolled activities of those dredging the water
bodies.
The governor also
ordered the immediate reopening of Douglas Road, Owerri, which was closed by
the immediate past governor, Rochas Okorocha.
The statement said
that the governor gave the orders while taking facility tours in the state
capital at the occasion marking the 2019 World Environment Day.
The statement reads
in part, “The governor, who lamented the uncontrolled dredging activities in
Owerri, ordered the immediate suspension of all dredging activities within the state
capital.
“Imo State
Governor, Emeka Ihedioha has ordered the immediate reopening of Douglas Road,
Owerri, closed by the last administration.
“The governor who
gave the directive during a working visit to the area, expressed concern over
the hardship faced by motorists as a result of the continued closure of the
road, reiterating his commitment to making life more meaningful for the people
of the state.
On the controversy
over the relocation of Ekeukwu Owerri market, the statement said: “Governor
Ihedioha assured the jubilant traders that the matter will be revisited,
informing them of his plans to begin consultations with the traditional owners
of the market and the leadership of Owerri, before a decision is taken on the
matter.”
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