The people of Oba community in the Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State have appealed to Governor Charles Soludo to grant them key developmental projects that will accelerate the transformation of their fast-growing town.
The community is particular about the completion of the strategic Oba–Umuoji Road project, which the governor has already approved at the cost of over N3 billion.
The appeal was led by the President General of Oba Patriotic Union (OPU), Anthony Ejiofor, during a grand rally in Oba.
Top among the demands of the community is s the construction of the Oba–Umuoji–Akwukwu Road, a vital link road connecting three communities, which Ejiofor described as the town’s topmost priority for boosting trade, mobility, and economic growth in the Idemili axis.
Ejiofor also urged the Gov. Soludo to consider Oba indigenes and residents for government appointments, and to formally designate Rojenny Tourist and Sports Village as the state’s official sports centre, given its historic role in nurturing Nigeria’s victorious Golden Eaglets of 1993 and its approval by CAF for continental matches.
In a related development, the Deputy Mayor of Idemili South, Ifeanyi Anakuba, commended Ejiofor for his collaborative style of leadership and his inspiring performance at the rally, which, according to him, directly influenced Gov. Soludo’s approval of the Oba–Umuoji Road project.
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Anakuba described the development as a landmark breakthrough that will not only open up greater opportunities for Oba and Umuoji, but also strengthen economic and social ties across Idemili South.
He praised the synergy between the president general, the Mayor of Idemili South, Mrs. Amaka Obi, and the state government, noting that their unity has proven that when communities and government align in purpose, development becomes achievable and sustainable.
Anakuba further encouraged other president generals across Idemili to emulate Ejiofor’s example by forging meaningful partnerships with the state government to attract life-changing projects.
With the governor’s nod for the N3 billion road project, the community said they remain hopeful that other pressing needs, including government appointments, more infrastructure, and the recognition of Rojenny Sports Village as the state sports capital, would soon receive Gov. Soludo’s seal of approval.
