The Rivers State executive council has given the green light for the allocation of N222 billion towards the construction of the Trans-Kalabari Road project. This decision was reached during a meeting presided over by Governor Siminalayi Fubara at the State Government House in Port Harcourt, with Commissioner for Information and Communication Joseph Johnson announcing the development to journalists afterward.
The project, aimed at improving infrastructure, will be financed using savings from the state’s internally generated revenue, with no plans for borrowing. Johnson emphasized the administration’s commitment to self-sufficiency in funding major initiatives.
According to Johnson, the contractor has already mobilized 30% of the contract value to kick-start the project, which is scheduled for completion within 32 months.
Describing the scope of the project, Johnson clarified that it involves the construction of the main Trans-Kalabari road, different from previous efforts focused on building bridges. The road will stretch from NSS Pathfinder, just beyond Mgbuodohia community, extending approximately 2km to Aker Base Road in Rumuolumeni.
The route is planned to navigate through challenging terrains, including swamps behind Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, with additional bridges connecting various communities up to Tombia Town. Construction will encompass decking and piling works to address the difficult terrain, including rivers and creeks.
The approval underscores the state government’s commitment to infrastructure development, with the Trans-Kalabari Road project expected to enhance connectivity and socio-economic activities in the region.
