Fubara Criticizes Stream Co. & Equipment Limited Over Slow Progress On Road Project In Rivers State

 

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the slow pace and substandard quality of work by the contracting firm, Stream Co. & Equipment Limited, on the 14.5-kilometer Ndele/Omofo/Egamini/Agba-Ndele Road project in Emohua Local Government Area.

During an inspection tour, the Governor warned that the contract might be reviewed due to the contractor’s poor performance, stressing the need for value and capacity in handling public projects.

In contrast, Governor Fubara praised Setraco Nigeria Limited for its excellent progress on the 240-meter Agba-Ndele/Abua Bridge, highlighting the bridge’s critical role in enhancing regional connectivity and economic activities.

The Governor affirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring the delivery of quality infrastructure that promotes rural access, trade, and overall development across Rivers State.

Governor Fubara stated that the bridge will serve as a key link between communities in Abua/Odual, Ahoada-East, and Emohua Local Government Areas, reducing travel time and providing an alternative route to the East–West Road.

He emphasised that the project demonstrates his administration’s commitment to rural connectivity and inter-community access, which are central to his development vision for Rivers State.

“Where we are standing on is a bridge connecting Abua/Odual, Ahoada-East, and Emohua Local Government Areas. The community that is connected to this bridge is Agba-Ndele.

“Instead of running through the East–West Road to Ahoada-East and heading into Port Harcourt or out of it, this bridge provides easy access for the Abua/Odual people to cross into Emohua, Agba-Ndele, and access the East–West Road in minutes,” he explained.

Governor Fubara also expressed optimism that the bridge would be ready for use in early 2026, noting that Setraco’s expertise and performance met his administration’s expectations for quality and delivery timelines.

He highlighted that projects of such importance should be handled by firms with the capacity to meet government standards.

The Governor further remarked that once completed, the bridge would serve as a crucial economic corridor for farmers and traders, especially those involved in agriculture and cultivation of local produce across the beneficiary local government areas.

He maintained that his administration is determined to deliver people-oriented projects that promote connectivity, strengthen commerce, and enhance livelihoods across the State.

“I’m really impressed with what I’ve seen on the bridge. I’m very sure that before the end of January, it might be completely ready for us to walk through and even drive across,” Governor Fubara said.

Reaffirming his vision for Rivers people, the Governor noted that his development plan seeks to integrate all parts of the State through strategic infrastructure investments that promote mobility, social cohesion, and economic growth.

He explained that his government is executing projects across multiple local government areas to ensure balanced development and inclusivity.

Governor Fubara stated that the administration will soon address the deplorable state of the Abua/Ahoada Road, which he said, will be included in the 2026 state budget.