Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, has praised President Bola Tinubu for prioritizing the reconstruction of the Asaba-Benin Expressway and the second Niger Bridge access road.
Nwoko, a member of the Senate Committee on Works, emphasized the strategic importance of these projects, not only for the South-South and South-East regions but for the entire country.
The senator commended Tinubu’s administration for reaffirming its commitment to economic integration, national cohesion, and infrastructure renewal. He noted that the Asaba-Benin Expressway had been a major source of concern due to its dilapidated state.
Nwoko expressed gratitude for the administration’s responsiveness to the concerns of the region. He acknowledged the efforts of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, in delivering quality road infrastructure across the country.
The senator emphasized the urgency of rehabilitating federal roads, which had been reinforced at the legislative level. He noted that the Senate had passed a resolution mandating the maintenance and rehabilitation of federal roads nationwide.
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Nwoko highlighted the importance of these projects in boosting economic activities, reducing accidents, and ensuring safer transportation across the country. He expressed gratitude for the administration’s intervention, despite the nation’s current fiscal constraints.
The senator reiterated his commitment to expediting critical projects that benefit his constituents. He emphasized the collective triumph of the region in celebrating the progress made on these projects.
Nwoko looked forward to continued collaboration with the administration in advancing initiatives that uplift the people and drive sustainable development. He praised the administration’s commitment to infrastructure development, citing it as a key factor in driving economic growth.