By: Ike Philip Abiagom
The people of Ibusa in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State have commended Pastor Idowu Okeze for attracting the construction of 1.3km road project in their community.
The Ibusa community hailed Okeze’s magnanimity and astuteness in facilitating such project to Ibusa. The project, which is aimed at enhancing accessibility and improving the quality of life for Ogboli-Ibusa residents, is being widely celebrated as a significant milestone for the community.
According to Pastor Okeze, the road stretch, designed to be constructed with asphalt, will open up the economy of this community. The road is expected to last about 20 years once completed. The Ulti-Care Ogboli road was impassable before, but today it is history. This road is 1.3 kilometres with two side wide drainages to control erosion , so it is not child’s play but indeed a legacy project that, by God’s grace, when completed, will open up the economy of Ogboli communities. The road has never been asphalted before. This is going to be the first time,Once done according to certification, we should not be thinking of road construction (on the same road) for 20 years—at most, he said.
He further noted that developmental projects like this are not only meant to ease transportation and promote economic activities but also to foster a greater sense of inclusion and progress in the area.
According to Okeze, “This road project is a direct response to the needs and expectations of our people. I am deeply committed to ensuring that the people of Ibusa enjoy real, tangible development. “By Grace of God, this is just one of many initiatives we are putting in place to transform our town across different sectors — be it education, healthcare, empowerment, or infrastructure,” he stated.
Responding to questions from journalists, he said the project is federally funded. However, he noted that not only was the project facilitated by him, but he also ensured it was captured in the budget and that funds were provided for execution.
“My sincere appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for touching our lives, especially in our locality.
Also Comrade Philip Elueme, an Abuja based and Media Consultant from Ibusa described the road project as a monumental achievement that the people of Ibusa will always remember. He commended Pastor Idowu Okeze for his relentless efforts and passion for service delivery, acknowledging that Pastor Okeze has consistently demonstrated leadership through action.
Elueme stressed that, “This road project is a testimony to the fact that Pastor Okeze is not just making promises but actually delivering results. The people of Ibusa are witnesses to the many projects he has brought to this Ibusa Community, and this is yet another clear example of his commitment to progress.He described the project as a clear indication that Pastor Okeze is in touch with the grassroots and he is actively working to uplift his people.
Comrade Elueme praised Pastor Idowu Okeze for his inclusive approach and his focus on Ibusa community development and said the flag-off was not just a celebration of a road project, but a moment of unity, progress, and renewed hope for the people of Ogboli- village and Ibusa as a whole.
He expressed gratitude to Pastor Okeze for his commitment to community development and prayed for God’s continued blessings upon him.
