Work Begins On 2.5Km Shoreline Protection, Reclamation Project In ONELGA ----as Works Commissioner visits project site

By: Ominini  Wokoma

 

The Rivers State Government is set to begin the construction of the 2.5Km shoreline and reclamation project for Ndoni-Oniukwu-Isiukwu, Ase-Azaga communities in the Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni local government area of the State.

Commissioner for Works, Professor Temple Nwofor disclosed this while on inspection visit to the project site in the area. 

Professor Nwofor who was accompanied by Engineers and staff of the Ministry, stated that he was at the project site as directed by the Executive Governor of the state, Sir, Siminalayi Fubara, to ascertain the logistics and other measures put in place by the contractor handling the project before the kick-start of construction works at the site.

According to the Works Commissioner, the project which is being handled by the China Harbour Construction Company is expected to be completed before the end of the year adding that soil tests and other environmental impact assessment (EIA) requirements for the project has been concluded.

 "The essence of the project, the commissioner stated, was to protect the community shorelines against unforseen dangers of flooding that may occur. "if you don't protect the area, nobody knows what would happen in the future.

 Even when the water comes, it could get to the point where it could endanger the environment in the communities," Professor Nwofor said. He commended the Governor for his gracious disposition in awarding the project stating that it will be of maximum benefits to the communities in the area.

 The Works Commissioner was received at the site by community leaders, Engineers both from the Ministry and China Harbour construction company.