As the contractor re-opens Calabar- Itu highway to commuters, Residents of Tabernacle road, Afaha Ube and other adjoining streets traversing Uyo and Itu local government areas, are excited over the ongoing flood intervention project in the area.
Residents who spoke in separate interviews to newsmen yesterday February 17, 2025, commended Governor Umo Eno for the ongoing intervention project on a dilapidated road that had previously displaced many households and caused severe hardship on the residents.
The work on the 2.2KM tabernacle road with a 0.97km underground drainage emptying into the tunnel by Calabar-High way, was flagged-off by Governor Eno in response to the yearnings of the people. Beyond being a road construction, the project is a major de-flooding work to reclaim the entire area and on completion, will be a respite for the people of Uyo and Itu.
Similarly, Traders, motorists and market women while fielding questions from journalists shortly after yesterday’s market, were visibly excited for the re-opened Calabar – Itu high way. They also praised the Governor for the ongoing flood intervention and internal road projects at Etaha Itam Market.
It is noteworthy that Governor Eno in fulfillment of his campaign promise, had last year flagged-off the Construction of 1.24km internal roads and rigid pavement Trailer park with solar light, ultra-modern toilet, Boreholes and overhead tank in Itam market. Five months after, the projects have reached advanced stage with the contractor promising to deliver in record time.
Reacting to the Governor’s magnanimity, the President of Etaha Itam Market committee who described the Governor as a promise keeper, said the internal roads, modern toilet and trailer park when completed, will completely transform the market. He assured the Governor of continuous support beyond 2027.
