By Our Correspondent
In his efforts to improve the living standards of his constituents, the senator representing Kogi East, Isah Jibrin (Echocho), has officially flagged off the grading of Ajakagwu/Okete road in the Dekina local government area of Kogi state.
In a statement, the Special Adviser on Media to Senator Echocho, Mikail Ibrahim, said the project which aims to improve connectivity among the communities in the area, will facilitate easier movement for residents and promote trade and enhance other commercial activities in Kogi East.
During the flag-off ceremony, the Eje of Dekina, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Usman Obaje, expressed his gratitude to Senator Echocho for his commitment to revitalizing Kogi East as he outlined the importance of the road network in restoring the zone’s lost glory and emphasized the positive impact it would have on the local populace.
Residents of Ajakagwu and Okete trooped out to voice their immense appreciation for the senator’s intervention, noting that the improved road will significantly alleviate the financial burdens been experienced by the communities through high transportation cost.
