Oguta Lake-Orashi River Dredging Project Is A Game-changer For Imo State
Channel: Prof. Yemi Osinbajo
Date: 2023-05-11

Imo State Visit For Flag-off Of Dredging Project Of Oguta Lake/ Orashi River To The Atlantic Ocean

Given its overall potential to promote trade and investment, among other benefits, the Oguta Lake-Orashi River Dredging Project is a game-changer for Imo State, Nigeria and the West Coast of Africa, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN.

Prof. Osinbajo stated this today in Oguta, Imo State, at the flag-off of the Pre-Dredging Hydrographic Survey of the proposed Sea Access Route from Oguta Lake through the Orashi River to the Atlantic Ocean. 

The project is a collaboration between the Imo State Government, the Nigerian Navy, and a consortium of technical partners. It was initiated, approved and set in motion under the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari alongside the Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma.

Speaking about the importance of the project, the Vice President said "there are projects and there are projects. But this project is unique. This is an economic transformation project, it is a game changer for Imo state, Nigeria and the West Coast of Africa. It is one of those one-of-a-kind projects whose benefits have always been glaring, but vision, courage and tenacity were required to bring it to fruition.

"This project will fulfil its promise of radical transformation, not only for the economy of the Southeast, but for our nation as a whole," the VP added.

Prof. Osinbajo added that by enhancing coastal connectivity and facilitating seamless transportation, the dredging of the Oguta Lake-Orashi River project will promote trade and investment, spur growth in multiple sectors including shipping, manufacturing, and agriculture, and offer numerous opportunities for the people.

“Today, we aim to revive this once vibrant and economically strategic channel, furthering job creation and sustainable growth in Imo State and the entire Southeast region,” the Vice President, who was the Special Guest of Honour at the event, said. 





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