Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has highlighted the impact of his administration’s Urban Renewal Initiative in addressing traffic congestion and improving the movement of commuters across Owerri.
Uzodimma said traffic gridlock was a major challenge when he assumed office, noting that it had disrupted economic activities, generated complaints from transport unions and made commuting difficult.
In a statement on Monday, highlighting the achievements of his administration’s urban renewal programme, the governor said his government embarked on strategic infrastructural projects to tackle the problem and restore free movement across the state capital.
He identified the Assumpta Flyover as one of the landmark projects conceived, initiated and delivered by his administration to effectively manage traffic flowing into and out of Owerri from Onitsha and Port Harcourt.
According to him, the projects have significantly improved traffic management, making seamless movement of commuters a defining feature of the state capital.
Uzodinma maintained that Owerri now ranks among Nigerian cities with well-organised and efficiently managed traffic systems.
