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By David Odama
Sen Ned Nwokwo representing Delta North in the National Assembly has facilitated projects estimated at over N30bn through the president under renewed hope agenda for the betterment of the Deltans especially the Delta North.
The going projects are those through Benin-Owena River basin Authority splitting into over N7.5bn each, construction of treatment plants and reticulation of completed Ogbashu dam in Aniocha south local government of Delta state.
Other projects highlighted in a statement by the media consultant to senator Nwoko, Michael Ogah include irrigation for famers from Olodu and other environs within the Aniocha south.
According to the statement issued on Wednesday and made available to Journalists, other projects facilited by the lawmaker are the Idumuje dam in Idumuje clan of Aniocha north local government of delta state estimated at N7.5b to FasTrack the commencement of a dam project in their river.
“Another N7.5bn is earmarked for irrigation across the river belt with Idumuje and other communities to ease the farming activities of the peasant farmers as well as supporting the farmers with good seedlings, fertilizers and farm implements to cultivate their crops.
“The target for these programme is to make all year round farming for the farmers for increased food production for local consumption and for foreign earnings in the state.
“Iam proud to announce that through President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, I’ve facilitated over ₦30 billion in projects aimed at transforming the lives of the people of Delta North and beyond. These projects, which are being funded through Mr. President’s special intervention funds, will address key infrastructure needs and improve agricultural productivity in the region.
“Among the ongoing projects, we’re seeing significant progress in the Benin-Owena River Basin Authority initiatives, including the construction of treatment plants and reticulation systems at the completed Ogwashi-Uku Dam in Aniocha South.
“Additionally, the Idumuje Dam project in Aniocha North is set to fast-track water management solutions in the area, with over ₦7.5 billion invested. We’re also prioritizing irrigation systems across the region to boost farming activities, provide quality seedlings, fertilizers, and farming implements to local farmers, all aimed at ensuring year-round farming and improving food security.
These projects are not only a testament to my commitment to the people of Delta North but also a direct result of the strong relationship I have with President Tinubu and the Federal Government. Together, we will continue to build a prosperous and thriving Delta State.
“This is one of the major landmark projects that senator Ned Nwoko is bringing to Delta state. This wouldn’t have been possible if not for his relationship with APC and the president of the federal republic of Nigeria.
“This project came directly from the president to him and some few influential senators in the Senate.” The statement declared.
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