The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Ikwerre/Emohua Federal Constituency in the forthcoming House of Representatives election, Hon. Arthur Uchendu, has underscored the importance of good road infrastructure to grassroots development and economic growth.
Uchendu stated this during the official flag-off of the construction of the Omuse-Omuohia Road in Elele Alimini, Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, where he was the guest of honour.
He described road infrastructure as a critical component of community development, noting that good roads go beyond connecting communities to facilitate trade, ease transportation and improve access to essential services.
According to him, well-developed road networks also create opportunities for economic growth by enabling the movement of people, goods and services.
The PDP candidate expressed appreciation to the Chairman of Emohua Local Government, Dr. Chudi Lloyd, and the people of Elele Alimini for inviting him to witness the commencement of the project.
He noted that sustainable development begins at the grassroots and can only be achieved through effective collaboration among community leaders, stakeholders and relevant development partners.
Uchendu also used the occasion to reassure the people of his commitment to the development of Ikwerre/Emohua Federal Constituency, expressing optimism that more development milestones could be achieved if elected to represent the constituency in the House of Representatives.
He described the flag-off as another important step towards addressing the infrastructural needs of the area and improving the living conditions of residents.
The Omuse-Omuohia Road project is expected to improve connectivity within Elele Alimini and ease transportation for residents and other road users.
