Member representing Abak/Etim-Ekpo/Ika Federal Constituency in Akwa Ibom State Clement Jimbo aka ‘Youth slot’ has empowered constituents with 15 tons tipper automobiles.
The Deputy Chairman, House Committee on National Planning earlier empowered over 250 constituents with N8,000 cash gift to enable them venture into agriculture programme of their choice after participating in a agro-allied training he sponsored.
Jimbo also facilitated the grading of rural roads across Nung Oku Ikot, Ikot Edet, Nto Unang and Uruk Ata Ikot Akpan villages in Etim Ekpo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State.
To improve brightness and intensify security for road users who pass through Abak to Uyo at night, the lawmaker procured not less than 39 stands of solar powered street lights.
Thirty stands of the street light were installed along Ediene Old Road while nine of it are strategically installed at Health Centre Road, Ibanang Ediene, both in Abak Local Government Area.
Presenting the tpper and documents to the Tipper Loaders Association of Nigeria, Abak chapter, Jimbo said the gesture was in fulfillment of his campaign promises.
He said haulage is a profitable business venture, appreciating the association’s support during electioneering campaign.
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He promised to provide another tipper next year if the current one is managed properly and meets the expected outcomes.
Responding the Mr. Ndipmong Uwem William, President of the Tipper Loaders Association, Abak Chapter praised Jimbo for the empowerment, promising to take good care of the tipper under his leadership and ensuring its optimal utilisation.
Dr. Uduak Utibe, President of Ediene Development Union, commended Jimbo for making the Ediene indigenes proud through commitment and numerous empowerment initiatives, including the 15-ton tipper, which will greatly benefit the community.
Elder Samuel Usoro, President of Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District, Lagos, moved a motion for Jimbo’s re-election, acknowledging his commitment to the less privileged in the sector and his dedication to their welfare.
