GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY OF A NEW ADMINISTRATIVE BLOCK BY DR. HON. ANTHONY NZERIBE NWAUBANI

The Executive Mayor of Ikwuano Local Government Area, Dr. Anthony Nwaubani, performed the groundbreaking ceremony for a new two-storey administrative building project in Ikwuano today, September 3, 2025. This significant milestone underscores the administration’s commitment to enhancing infrastructure and governance in the local government area.

The gigantic project which was graciously approved by our able governor, Dr Alex Otti (OFR) is aimed to serve as the administrative hub of government business in Ikwuano. It was initiated by the capacity Mayor, Dr. Nwaubani to relieve the current dearth of conducive working space and the already age-long structures scattered around the secretariat which serve the large population of workers at the local government.

In the words of Dr. Nwaubani, “the project which began as a mere request has culminated into this ongoing gigantic project with the state-of-the-art facilities”.

According to the Executive Mayor, the project has many other benefits including the following :

• Infrastructural Development: The new administrative building will likely improve the working conditions for local government staff and enhance service delivery to residents.
• Governance: The project demonstrates Dr. Nwaubani’s administration’s focus on institutional development and good governance.
• Community Impact: The building will likely serve as a hub for local government activities, fostering community engagement and development.

In his submission, Engr. Silvester Nnamdi Onwumere, C.E.O., Laapel Homes Premium Designs Nig. Limited, the Construction Company in charge of the project highlighted that it is the first of its kind in Abia State, as the structure is equipped with RAMP from ground to top floor to enable disabled persons access and use the facility.

By investing in infrastructure, Dr. Nwaubani’s administration aims to create a more efficient and effective local government that serves the needs of Ikwuano residents.

Others present at the ceremony include the Deputy Mayor, Secretary to the LG, and other HODs.