Anambra Govt. Invests in Infrastructure and Healthcare

The Anambra State Executive Council has accepted about ₦1 billion for the setting up of solar-powered street lights across Awka Metropolis.

Deals for the project were given to three companies:

VIGEO-DOME LTD: ₦460.7 million for a three-month project. FRANKTORCH NIG LTD: ₦385.6 million for 346 solar street lights, to be delivered in two months.

Conifer Konstruction Nig Ltd: ₦200 million for producing and installing 500 fluorescent “Solution Is Here” concrete signage to brand key infrastructure.

Meanwhile, the Council accepted the restoration of the damaged substation at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam campus. The ₦228.1 million contract was given to Kohl Ventures.

To boost local businesses, Crystal Dove Construction Company will build 151 open stalls at Afuzo Market, Isuofia, Aguata LGA.

The health sector also received a boost with acceptance for the supply and installation of medical equipment at Specialist Hospital, Onitsha, and General Hospital, Anaku. CHRISLAUG LTD will execute the project.

Other contracts are: Road-marking of the Amawbia flyover motorway and adjoining roads, awarded to Allpee International Ltd for ₦118.7 million, with a six-week completion timeline.

The Parnel also accepted tax exemptions for businesses with capital below ₦100,000 and delegated sanitation powers to local governments.

Investors were advised to manage public businesses through leasing or concession, seen as more effective than government control.

The state reminded residents of its anti-touting laws and advised compliance, emphasising empowerment schemes under Governor Soludo’s government.

The gathering ended with a prayer for the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, who represented Anambra South in the 10th National Assembly.