By Isaac Mission
The Ebonyi State Government says it has completed more than 627 kilometres of roads across the state since Governor Francis Nwifuru assumed office in 2023.
The State Commissioner for Works, Engr. Stanley Mbam, disclosed this on Monday while speaking to journalists after an independent inspection of government projects by the Ebonyi State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) as part of its 2026 Press Week activities.
Mbam said the administration's infrastructure programme was being implemented in line with the governor's "People's Charter of Needs", the development agenda presented to voters before the 2023 election.
According to him, the government's road projects cover both urban centres and rural communities, with the aim of improving movement, strengthening economic activities and connecting previously underserved areas.
The commissioner stressed that infrastructure development had not been limited to Abakaliki, the state capital.
He explained that several road and bridge projects had been taken to rural parts of the state to improve access and connectivity.
"About 627 kilometres of roads have been completed, while many others are actively ongoing," Mbam said.
Vanco Flyover, Tunnel To Be Completed Before February
Mbam also provided an update on the construction of the Vanco Flyover and Underground Tunnel, describing the project as a technically demanding structure involving a double-deck flyover, underground tunnel, access roads and a bypass.
He expressed confidence that the project would be delivered within the current construction schedule.
The commissioner said the project could be commissioned either before Governor Nwifuru begins a second term or as part of activities marking the commencement of the new tenure, adding that he was confident it would be completed between now and February.
Mbam further described the Vanco project as unique in the South-East and said it was being delivered by Nigerian engineers.
According to him, the project demonstrates that local professionals have the technical capacity to execute major infrastructure projects to international standards.
The commissioner also urged journalists to rely on facts gathered from project sites rather than unverified claims circulating online.
He said the government welcomed constructive scrutiny from the media but encouraged journalists to ensure their reports were balanced and supported by verifiable information.
