The federal government has approved the dredging of Orashi River/Oguta Lake to Atlantic Ocean.
The Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma on Sunday inspected the channel of the River.
Recall that Governor Uzodimma first inspected the level of work ongoing at the Naval Base, Oguta which is an integral part in the creation of economic zone around the gas-rich region of Imo State.
The Governor while briefing the press disclosed that the economic opportunities that will spring up from the project are enormous.
He further promised to continue to harness the State’s God-given resources for the development of the State and beyond.
According to the Governor , this will help make the first seaport in the South east region become a thing of reality.
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He said that the seaport will complement the economic activities of the other six major seaports in the country .
“This new development is coming days after President Muhammadu Buhari visited the state to commission laudable projects embarked upon by the Shared Prosperity Government of Gov. Hope Uzodimma and in what can be best described as the real Uzodimma magic is the approval of a Seaport in Imo State amongst many other Federal Government projects dragged to the State.
“When completed, the seaport will complement the economic activities of the other six major seaports in the country which will enable traders from the zone import and receive their goods directly while enjoying a comparative advantage as well as promote and encourage the business spirit of the people of South East
“This will in no measure turn Imo state to the business hub of southeast and by extension the country as it will increase the State’s internal revenue, siting of industries and create employment opportunities.
“It has become obvious that Gov. Hope Uzodimma is meticulously poised towards changing the economic landscape of Imo State and the South East by integrating the zone to the mainstream of national politics which is evident in the numerous projects facilitated by the Federal Government. ”
