President Bola Tinubu has assured that his administration will continue to develop critical infrastructure and collaborate with state governments in the South-East to advance the region’s strategic interests.
Speaking on Friday night at a public lecture titled “Leading Nigeria Forward: Strategies for Security and National Cohesion” in Umuahia, the President highlighted the Federal Government’s commitment to socioeconomic growth and infrastructure investment in the zone. The event marked the 70th birthday of former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Azubuike Ihejirika.
Represented by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr Kingsley Ude, Tinubu cited the concession of Akanu Ibiam International Airport and the ongoing airport project at Nsulu in Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area as evidence of efforts to reposition key infrastructure.
He also highlighted the elishment of the South East Development Commission to fast-track regional development initiatives, and the completion and operationalisation of the Port Harcourt–Aba Railway to boost connectivity and commerce.
Tinubu disclosed that the Federal Government approved three billion dollars for the 2,044-kilometre Eastern Rail Line and 508 million dollars for upgrading eastern ports. He emphasized that large-scale infrastructure investment and economic reforms would create jobs and productively engage youth, contributing to Nigeria’s GDP.
The President reiterated that the South-East is vital to national development and central to achieving a one-trillion-dollar economy by 2030, assuring that the government will maintain a level playing field for all Nigerians to realise their potential and contribute to economic growth.
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