COMMISSIONING OF PROJECTS BY PRES. TINUBU AND UNVEILING OF GOV. HOPE UZODIMMA'S BOOK

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PRESIDENT TINUBU COMMISSIONS LANDMARK PROJECTS IN IMO AND UNVEILS GOVERNOR UZODIMMA’S BOOK

In a momentous one-day working visit to Imo State on September 30, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to infrastructure renewal, digital transformation, and regional development.

The visit, marked by the commissioning of several high-impact projects and the unveiling of a seminal publication by Governor Hope Uzodimma, drew widespread attention and acclaim across Nigeria.

President Tinubu arrived at the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport in Owerri to a rousing welcome from thousands of residents, traditional leaders, youth groups, and dignitaries. 

The city of Owerri was abuzz with excitement as major roads were temporarily closed to accommodate the influx of attendees converging at the Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu International Conference Centre (EIICC), the centerpiece of the day’s events.

Among the projects commissioned were the newly refurbished Concorde Hilton Hotel, the state-of-the-art Imo Digital Learning Centre, the twin flyover at Assumpta Cathedral Roundabout, and the reconstructed 60km Owerri–Mbaise–Obowo–Umuahia Federal Road. These projects, executed under Governor Uzodimma’s administration, were hailed as transformative milestones that align with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

In addition to physical infrastructure, President Tinubu spotlighted Imo State’s strides in digital innovation and youth empowerment. Governor Uzodimma’s initiatives, such as the MylmoApp, the Imo Digital City (IDCL), and the SkillUplmo Techosphere, have trained over 40,000 young people in advanced digital skills, positioning them for global competitiveness and reducing reliance on political patronage.

The Orashi Free Trade Zone, another flagship project, was also highlighted for its success in attracting over seven oil and gas companies, thereby boosting industrialisation and job creation in the region. This synergy between federal and state development strategies was described by the Presidency as a “living impact” of the Renewed Hope Agenda.

Capping the day’s events was the formal unveiling of Governor Uzodimma’s book titled A Decade of Impactful Progressive Governance in Nigeria. The publication chronicles the governor’s journey, achievements, and policy innovations, offering insights into governance models that have shaped Imo State’s trajectory. President Tinubu, joined by other dignitaries, praised the book as a testament to visionary leadership and a valuable contribution to Nigeria’s political literature.

This visit marked President Tinubu’s second official trip to Imo State since assuming office, reinforcing political cohesion within the ruling party and showcasing the Southeast’s growing role in national development.

As the curtains fell on the day’s ceremonies, the message was clear: Imo State is not only building infrastructure but also building a future, one project, one policy, and one empowered citizen at a time.