...The Anambra State Government will not be distracted by mischief-makers
ANAMBRA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | The Anambra State Government has dismissed claims that the newly constructed Ekwulobia Flyover Bridge in Aguata Local Government Area has been “suspended” from public use and marked for demolition over alleged structural cracks.
Reports circulating on social media had urged members of the public to stay away from the bridge, citing purported structural defects.
Reacting in a statement issued on Wednesday, Mr Christian Aburime, the Press Secretary to the Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, urged residents to ignore the claims, describing them as “utterly false,” “malicious,” and “wicked.”
Aburime said the bridge had undergone rigorous quality assurance tests and structural integrity assessments by certified engineers and relevant regulatory authorities, all of which confirmed that the structure is safe, sound, and fit for public use.
The statement read in part, “The attention of the Anambra State Government has been drawn to utterly false, malicious, and wicked claims circulating online, alleging that the newly constructed Ekwulobia Flyover Bridge has been ‘suspended’ from public use and marked for demolition due to alleged structural cracks.
“We wish to state categorically and unequivocally that these claims are completely false, baseless, and represent a deliberate attempt to mislead Ndi Anambra and undermine the significant infrastructural achievements of the administration of Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR.
“The Ekwulobia Flyover Bridge, which is due to be officially commissioned later this month, is a world-class infrastructure project constructed to the highest international standards.
”The bridge has undergone rigorous quality assurance tests and structural integrity assessments by certified engineers and relevant regulatory authorities, all of which confirm that the structure is safe, sound, and fit for public use.
”This legacy project, which comprises a 300-metre-long flyover spanning from Nanka to Uga, a modern bus terminal, approximately four adjoining roads, and special lighting, represents a transformative investment in the infrastructure needs of our people.
“The long-awaited Ekwulobia Flyover will serve as a critical link connecting communities, dramatically reducing travel time, enhancing road safety, and spurring economic development across the region.
“We wish to inform the public that the official commissioning ceremony for the Ekwulobia Flyover Bridge will take place later this month, as previously scheduled. Details of the commissioning date and arrangements will be communicated in due course.”
Aburime added that Soludo has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to infrastructure development that impacts positively on the lives of Anambra residents.
“This flyover bridge is yet another concrete proof of his administration’s dedication to keeping promises and delivering tangible results.
“The Anambra State Government will not be distracted by mischief-makers and purveyors of falsehood who seek to discredit genuine developmental efforts through malicious propaganda.
”We urge members of the public to disregard these baseless claims and await the official commissioning of this monumental project,” the statement concluded.
