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FG Refunds ₦78 Billion Spent On Fixing Federal Roads To Rivers State – Wike
The N78 billion spent by the Rivers State government to fix federal roads in its domain has been refunded to the State.
Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike, confirmed this on Wednesday.
Wike confirmed the receipt of the cash during the inauguration of the Isiokpo Internal Roads (Phase II) in Ikwerre Local Government Area of the state by former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi. Federal Roads
The governor assured the refunded money would be deployed in providing more critical projects across the state. This is necessary to enhance the socio-economic life of Rivers people. He said despite being in his second term, he would continue to work relentlessly. Federal Roads
He said: “Rivers people! The Federal Government has refunded us the money. I have not touched a dime from it. It is in the bank. I will use it for project execution. “I kept it so that those making noise to know that I’m going to work till the last day in office. I will continue to work for the interest of our people. I’m not resting. “They need to know that I will make sure what is supposed to be done for the people of Rivers State will be done. I will persist until we have improved and changed Rivers State and bring it back to what it’s supposed to be.” Federal Roads
Rating himself high, the governor it would be difficult for any other party to take state away from the PDP. This is especially with the record of his administration’s performance. He claimed to have laid a good foundation by completing all the projects that he inherited from his predecessor. He said he would complete all the projects that he initiated. He said that it is necessary so that his successor would have a smooth sail in governance.
