The Presidential Committee on Flood Relief and Rehabilitation (PCFRR) has officially handed over the completed Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) facility to Abia Government.
The facility is located at Mgbarakuma-Ubakala in Umuahia South Local Government Area,
The representative of PCFRR, Mr Onimode Haruna, handed over the keys and documents to Dr Sunday Jackson, the Executive Secretary of the Abia State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA).
Haruna, who expressed satisfaction with the project’s outcome, urged the government to ensure proper utilisation of the facility.
He urged its beneficiaries to take ownership through proper maintenance and security.
The project, executed by Vickel Global Resource Limited, was initiated by the Committee as part of its intervention across 24 states of the federation.
Responding on behalf the government, Jackson, expressed deep appreciation to the Committee for selecting Abia as one of the beneficiaries and for ensuring the project’s timely completion.
The SEMA boss assured that the facility would be put to proper use to serve its intended purpose.
He also commended Gov. Alex Otti for providing an enabling environment that facilitated the smooth execution of the project.
The project consultant, Mr Basil Okoli Basil and resident supervisor, Mr Donatus Kamalu, said that all specifications were met.
They emphasised the importance of swift utilisation to avoid vandalism.
Also, Mr Ezekiel Francis, representative of the contractor, thanked the Committee for the opportunity and appreciated the state government for its support throughout the execution process.
The event featured an inspection of the facility, formal handover of documents, and reaffirmation of commitment to humanitarian service delivery in Abia.
(NAN)
