From Jude Chinedu Enugu
The Senator representing Enugu East Senatorial zone, Kelvin Chukwu, has flagged off the construction of the 7.7 kilometer Agbani-Amurri-Ugbawka rural road.
Speaking during the flag-off ceremony in Agbani, Chukwu said that work will soon commence on two more rural roads within the senatorial zone, adding that it was a new dawn for his constituents.
He said: “I can assure you that we’re just getting started and in the coming months, two more roads will be flagged off in Nkanu land. We don’t talk too much but want our actions to speak for us after four years.”
“We are aware that this road will enhance connectivity, promote economic activities and improve the overall quality of life of the people. Before now, we did not know that there are so many opportunities that can be used to better the lives of our people. But when we got there, we saw that we can do so much for our people.
“After four years, everyone will see the difference between what we have done and what the other people who have been there before were able to do. The welfare of the people is our priority this time around and that is why things will be different.
“There are concrete plans to improve healthcare, give the youths a new leaf of life, improve education and promote ideas that will enhance the economic situation of our people.
“The sole reason I’m representing Enugu East in Abuja is to bring back what belongs to them. All I need from our people is to continue supporting my efforts and remain united in the pursuit of progress and development of our place,” he said.
Senator Chukwu assured the people that the contractor would deliver a standard and quality road that would stand the test of time
On his part, Igwe Fidelis Nsiegbu, who spoke on behalf of other traditional rulers, appreciated Senator Chukwu on behalf of all the traditional rulers in Amurri for the project.
“This road has wiped away our tears. After so many years of failed promises despite state government budgetary allocations, we are seeing the construction of this road with our eyes.
While calling on the people of Amurri to support the road project in any way they can, he charged the contractor handling the project to do a diligent job and give them a quality road that will stand the test of time.