By Amodu Ojochogu Gloria
Kogi State Commissioner for Works, Hon. Engr. Mohammed Ahovi Yusuf, alongside Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Kingsley Fanwo, conducted an inspection of the ongoing 10-kilometer Mopa-Muro Township Road Project on Monday.
Engr. Yusu explained that the initiative underscores the state government’s commitment to enhancing transportation and road quality for its citizens.
The Commissioner emphasized the administration’s dedication to improving road conditions throughout Kogi State.
He said the state government was focused on maintaining high standards and believed that the ongoing project would ease transportation stress significantly,
According to him, the four kilometer road have already been completed with asphalt and assured that the entire project will be delivered promptly after the rainy season concludes.
Praising Gov. Ahmed Ododo’s commitment to infrastructural advancement, Yusuf announced similar projects are underway in other local government areas, including Ijumu and Kabba.
He revealed the directive for the Kogi State Road Maintenance Agency (KOGROMA) to construct 10 kilometers of roads in each of the state’s 21 LGAs, highlighting the revitalization of previously neglected roads.
Commissioner Fanwo addressed Mopa-Muro residents, stating that the administration is committed to decentralized governance, ensuring rural communities feel the benefits of development.
“This inspection is part government’s proactive move to ensure the delivery of quality infrastructure,
“We are here to serve the people, enhancing prosperity at the grassroots level,” he affirmed.
The inspection team also evaluated a remodeled Primary Healthcare Center in Iletu-Mopa, part of a broader initiative to upgrade 256 healthcare facilities across the state.
He add, “This effort aims to provide quality healthcare services to all Kogites, particularly in rural areas
“This administration is very responsive to providing quality healthcare services to it’s people, hence the healthcare centers are being remodeled and upgraded equipments installed to meet the health needs.”
However, residents expressed their gratitude to Governor Ododo for these transformative projects, pledging to support the administration and uphold peace for the continued progress of Kogi State.
