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- Seeks construction of Building Materials/Ogidi Court road

 By Uzo Ugwunze

The President-General of the Building Materials International Market, Ogidi, Chief Jude Nwankwo (Ochoudo), has commended Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State for the massive road construction and rehabilitation projects underway in various parts of the state. 

This includes the Operation Zero Potholes initiative, which was launched to commence simultaneously in the 21 Local Government Areas, ensuring a smooth ride during the Christmas season.

Speaking in his office at BMIM, Ogidi, Chief Nwankwo, who is also the Anambra State Market Amalgamated Traders Association (ASMATA) Patron, praised Soludo for awarding contracts for up to 400 kilometers of roads and for successfully completing more than half of these projects.

He also commended the State Government for the Operation Zero Potholes, a collaborative effort with the LGA Chairmen and private individuals to carry out palliative works on major roads across many communities. This initiative aims to ensure the smooth movement of vehicles on roads that are typically busy during festive periods.

Chief Nwankwo appealed to Governor Soludo to prioritize the construction of the major access road to various parts of the market, which he noted is less than one kilometer in length. Emphasizing the road's significance to the market, Chief Nwankwo explained that its poor condition contributes to market flooding during heavy rains.

"Governor Soludo has performed admirably in the area of roads, embarking on the construction of over 300 kilometers so far. I urge Soludo to extend his efforts to the Building Materials International Market, Ogidi, and complete the construction of the BMIM to Ogidi High Court road, which traders built through self-help. It is less than a kilometer; let him address the drainage issues and asphalt it for us," said Nwankwo.

While acknowledging the governor's achievements in enhancing security since assuming office, Chief Nwankwo urged Soludo to intensify efforts to eliminate insecurity, ensuring people feel secure during Christmas activities.

The President-General further pleaded with the Governor to consider compensating house/property owners whose properties were demolished without compensation due to unauthorized construction.

"I plead with Soludo to show compassion and compensate those who built recklessly without proper authorization. He should consider the economic hardship in the country and temper justice with mercy, acknowledging that nobody builds without someone in government giving approval and collecting money, whether through the right or wrong process," he emphasized.