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Ogurugu Community Supports Proposed Naval Base, Vows to Donate Land for Operations

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The Igwe Emmanuel Egwuaba, traditional ruler of Ogurugu community in Enugu State, has pledged support for the proposed naval base and its operations in the area. The community, which consists of 9 villages, has resolved to cooperate and donate land for the project. The development was disclosed during a working visit by a joint committee set up by the federal and state governments, led by the Deputy Governor of Enugu State, Barr. Ifeanyi Ossai, and Rear Admiral Chijioke Onyemaobi.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Igwe Emmanuel Egwuaba and the people of Ogurugu community have pledged to support and donate land for the proposed naval base.
  • The community has 9 villages and has agreed to cooperate with the government for the successful execution of the project.
  • The traditional ruler stated that the naval base would boost the economy of the area through the attraction of investors and other social amenities such as hospital, school, and market.
  • The proposed base would have positive impacts on the lives of the people and the general economy of the area.
  • The Deputy Governor, Barr. Ifeanyi Ossai, assured that work would soon commence in the area and that the project would assist in keeping the area safe for citizens.
  • The project would include designated areas for building offices, training grounds, and residences.
  • The state government would soon commence the process of acquiring land for the project.
  • The people of Ogurugu, Uzo Uwani council area, and the state at large would be the greatest beneficiaries of the project in terms of security and economic drive.
  • The Commissioner for Agriculture and Agro-Industrialisation, Hon. Patrick Nwabueze Ubro, was also present at the visit.

Statistics:

  • Ogurugu community has 9 villages.
  • The proposed naval base would have positive impacts on the economy of the area, including the attraction of investors and social amenities.
  • The project would include designated areas for building offices, training grounds, and residences.
  • The state government would soon commence the process of acquiring land for the project.
  • The people of Ogurugu, Uzo Uwani council area, and the state at large would be the greatest beneficiaries of the project in terms of security and economic drive.

Sources:

  • Chido Onumah, "Ogurugu Community Supports Proposed Naval Base, Vows to Donate Land for Operations" (Source not specified)
  • "Enugu State Government to Commence Naval Base Project Soon - Deputy Governor," Vanguard News, July 24, 2022.
  • "Nigerian Navy to Establish Naval Base in Enugu State," The Guardian, July 22, 2022.

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