Tinubu Visits Imo, Commissions Legacy Projects

President Tinubu has visited the south-eastern state of Imo State, to commission some projects completed by Governor Hope Uzodimma’s administration.

The projects commissioned by the president include the rebuilt Owerri–Mbaise–Obowo–Umuahia Road, a new flyover connecting Port Harcourt and Onitsha Roads, with major upgrades around the Assumpta Cathedral Roundabout, Owerri.

During the visit, Mr Tinubu is also expected to commission the rebuilt Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu International Conference Centre, Owerri.

The Nigerian leader is also expected to unveil Mr Uzodimma’s book, “A Decade of Impactful Progressive Governance in Nigeria.”

This would be Mr Tinubu’s second official visit to the south-eastern state as president after his last visit in January 2024.

Some APC governors and other party chieftains, led by Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo received the president at the airport.

The Owerri–Mbaise–Obowo–Umuahia Road, just commissioned by President Tinubu, holds huge economic importance for Imo State and the South-east region as it links major towns and cities, reducing travel time and easing the movement of people and goods.

The road is a critical driver of trade, agriculture, industry, and social development for Imolites and neighbouring states.

The road connects Owerri in Imo to Umuahia in Abia, and is a lifeline for trade and commerce, particularly for communities like Obowo and Mbaise that are largely agrarian.

Farmers can now move produce to markets more efficiently, reducing post-harvest losses and improving earnings.