The Governor of Cross River state, Bassey Otu and the Minister of Niger Delta Development, Abubakar Momoh have advocated for the return of the East West Road project to the Ministry of Niger Delta.
The project which is aimed at linking the oil rich Niger Delta region is currently under the Ministry of Works.
The duo made the call when the Minister paid a courtesy visit to the governor. Engr Abubakar is currently on a consultation and project inspection visit.
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The governor said the project will move faster under the management of the Ministry of Niger Delta Development.
“Please know that we are available and willing to assist you in any way you require at any time. While the governor may not be present, my lines are open, and I am ready to provide any assistance needed.”
Earlier, the Minister said the project will receive better and faster attention when under his ministry as the ministry of works has lots of road projects to contend with.