President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's commitment to developing the South Eastern region of Nigeria has been hailed by Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu. Kalu made this revelation during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Abia airport project in Nsulu, Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area of Abia State ¹.
Kalu expressed gratitude to the President for approving the project, citing it as a testament to the Federal Government's commitment to bridging the infrastructure gap in the region. He noted that the project will not only boost economic activities in Abia State but also enhance connectivity and facilitate trade across the South East ¹.
The Deputy Speaker also recalled the creation of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) as another signature initiative demonstrating President Tinubu's love for the South East region. He assured Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, of the Parliament's cooperation in ensuring the quick completion of the airport project through adequate budgetary provisions ¹.
Kalu's efforts played a significant role in attracting the project, as he facilitated the project from the federal government and shared the idea with Governor Otti, who agreed to upgrade it to a full-fledged airport instead of an airstrip ¹. The Deputy Speaker's commitment to developing Abia State was evident in his statement, "We will keep looking for avenues to develop Abia State. Let's all join hands and build Abia" ¹.
The Abia airport project is expected to contribute to President Tinubu's economic plans, aiming to address Nigeria's economic challenges and infrastructure deficits ¹. With the project's commencement, the region is set to witness significant economic growth and development.
*Key Highlights of the Abia Airport Project:*
- _Boosts Economic Activities_: The project will enhance economic activities in Abia State and facilitate trade across the South East.
- _Connectivity Enhancement_: The airport will improve connectivity in the region, making it easier for people to travel and conduct business.
- _Federal Government's Commitment_: The project is a testament to the Federal Government's commitment to bridging the infrastructure gap in the region.
- _Parliament's Cooperation_: The Parliament has assured cooperation in ensuring the quick completion of the project through adequate budgetary provisions.
Overall, the Abia airport project is a significant development in the South Eastern region, demonstrating President Tinubu's commitment to the region's growth and development.
