Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has announced intentions to create a higher education institution in Opobo Town with the goal of promoting long-term academic and economic prosperity.
Furthermore, the governor promised to carry out land reclamation projects to provide more room for important infrastructure that would improve the quality of life and produce significant job prospects for the local community.
Fubara made the pledge at the opening of the 7-kilometer Opobo Town Ring Road, which has three crossing bridges, in the Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area on Monday.
The new road, which will increase connection and accessibility in Opobo Town and the surrounding areas, is seen as a critical step toward improving the region.
He said, “Other developments are on the way. We intend to bring a higher institution here. We will also carry out more reclamation, as land is a major challenge in this area. We will empower the people so they won’t depend solely on me, and we’ll work to create an environment that fosters employment and economic growth. That is the path to Opobo’s growth.”
Fubara also highlighted that while the project was initially launched on May 28, 2023, by the previous administration, it was his government that redesigned and executed it to meet the current standards.
“This is a project that speaks to me. It’s something my people will see, and it reflects my leadership,” he added.
He extended his heartfelt thanks to the people of Opobo/Nkoro for their continued support and dedication, recognizing their part in his accomplishment.
“I know your faces, names, and needs,” Fubara stated. “Thank you for sticking by us when it mattered the most. “Every day, we grow stronger.”
The governor asked government leaders, traditional authorities, and residents to keep the peace that Opobo is known for, emphasizing its importance in safeguarding the community’s harmony and security.
“Opobo/Nkoro is recognized for its tranquility, and while crime exists, it is controllable. This serenity is what brings us together, and I urge that you keep fostering it,” he concluded.
The Governor of Zamfara State, Dr. Dauda Lawal, attended the inauguration event and thanked Governor Fubara. for his visionary leadership. Lawal praised the Ring Road project as an example of how infrastructure can drive socio-economic growth, improve well-being, and facilitate progress, particularly in rural communities. “The Opobo Ring Road and bridges will enhance connectivity, promote trade, and provide access to essential services for residents of this area and the entire kingdom,” Governor Lawal said. “Such infrastructure will attract investment, boost tourism, and improve the pride and sense of belonging of the people of Opobo.”
