Soludo Begins Construction of Ekwulobia Flyover after Demolishing  500 Buildings

David-Chyddy Eleke in Awka

The Anambra State Government has commenced the construction of a flyover in Ekwulobia, Aguata Local Government Area, which has been witnessing burgeoning commercial activities, leading to regular vehicular traffic in the town.

The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, demolished over 500 buildings to give way for the construction of a dual carriage way and flyover bridged.

A visit to the town by THISDAY yesterday showed that work had commenced in earnest for the construction of the flyover to the delight of indigenes of the community, who had earlier protested the demolition of their buildings.

The handler of the project, A.G Vision Construction Company, was already drilling various spots that would habour the pillars for the bridge.

The Site Engineer, Mr. Nawar Deeb, told journalists that “we started this project just two weeks ago, and we are sure that we will deliver on the job. The project is for 18 months, and we are hopeful of delivery.

“We have no constraints so far, the members of the community have been very receptive, and they have cooperated very well with us. We have members of the community here, who are part of this construction.”

President General of Ekwulobia Community, Mr. Azubuike Nzechukwu, told journalists that unlike the initial anger over the demolition of their buildings, members of the community have now accepted the project.

Nzechukwu said: “As you can see, our people are very happy over the work going on here. The project is for us. It is for development.

“Before now, the people were not happy because of the demolition of their buildings, but the governor has come here twice and spoke to the people about his intentions.

“Now, the people have accepted the projects, and are very happy. Many of the people whose houses were affected have been paid some sort of token for their loss.

“Over 500 buildings were affected in the demolition, and they have received compensation, except for about 10 percent of them, who are yet to receive. We are happy with the project.”