Obienyem Faults Tinubu on Erosion Claim Against Obi
Anambra State Former Governor Peter Obi's Efforts on Erosion Control
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Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi's media aide, Valentine Obienyem, has criticized President Bola Tinubu over his recent claim that Obi ignored erosion issues in Anambra State during his tenure. Obienyem argued that the accusation was unfair and contradicted by historical records, highlighting the numerous erosion-control projects carried out during Obi's administration.
Obienyem emphasized that the projects were not only limited to road and building preservation but also aimed at safeguarding livelihoods, communities, and the economic future of Anambra residents.
The aide stated that Obi's interventions went beyond the borders of Anambra State, as he played a significant role in securing funding for erosion control projects in neighboring states like Ebonyi, Enugu, and Benue, where erosion was also a major concern.
Obienyem maintained that erosion control should be assessed based on the problems identified, initiatives taken, and outcomes achieved, rather than political propaganda.
During Obi's tenure, he oversaw the dredging of the Nwankwo River, the Nkpor-Nkpor Road, and the Nkpor-Ihiala Road, among other projects.
Obienyem also recalled that Obi had directed the establishment of the Anambra State Erosion Control Commission, which was responsible for monitoring and coordinating erosion control projects in the state.
The former governor's media aide emphasized that Obi's administration had focused on erosion control as a strategic priority, citing historical records of Obi's efforts in securing funding for the project from the World Bank and other international financial institutions.
Obienyem argued that the World Bank's involvement in the project demonstrated Obi's commitment to tackling erosion issues in the region, despite Tinubu's claims to the contrary.
Obi's Record on Erosion Control
- Former Governor Peter Obi oversaw the establishment of the Anambra State Erosion Control Commission, which coordinated erosion control projects in the state.
- Obi secured funding for the erosion control project from the World Bank and other international financial institutions.
- The former governor directed the dredging of the Nwankwo River, Nkpor-Nkpor Road, and Nkpor-Ihiala Road.
- Obi's administration focused on erosion control as a strategic priority, demonstrating his commitment to tackling erosion issues in the region.
Tinubu's Claim Disputed
Obienyem challenged Tinubu's claims, asserting that the former governor's record on erosion control was not as portrayed.
The former governor's efforts were praised by the World Bank, which had provided funding for the project and other international financial institutions.
Obienyem argued that erosion control should be assessed based on the projects implemented, not political statements.
Obi's Legacy in Anambra
- Obi's administration had tackled erosion challenges in over 1,000 active erosion sites in Anambra State.
- The former governor had focused on erosion control as a strategic priority, demonstrating a commitment to tackling the issue in the region.
- Obi's administration had secured funding from the World Bank and other international financial institutions for the project.
- The former governor's efforts on erosion control were praised by the World Bank, which had provided funding for the project and other international financial institutions.
- Obienyem argued that erosion control should be evaluated based on the projects implemented, not political statements.
Obi's Record on Erosion Control
Obi's administration tackled erosion challenges in over 1,000 active erosion sites in Anambra State.
The former governor had prioritized erosion control as a strategic priority, demonstrating a commitment to addressing the issue in the region.
Obi's administration secured funding from the World Bank and other international financial institutions for the project.
Obienyem argued that erosion control should be evaluated based on the projects implemented, not political statements.
Tinubu's Claim Rebutted
Obi's administration tackled erosion challenges in over 1,000 active erosion sites in Anambra State.
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