IBUSA COMMUNITY RAISES ALARM OVER SUSPECTED SHORT-CHANGING ON ACHALLA–IGBUZO ROAD PROJECT

- By Ike Philip Abiagom 

The people of Ibusa (Igbuzo) have expressed deep concern over what they describe as an alarming case of unequal construction standards on the ongoing Achalla–Igbuzo–Asaba road project. A recent visit to the construction site revealed a shocking disparity between the portion of the road executed on the Asaba axis and the section extending into the Achalla–Igbuzo corridor.

According to eyewitnesses ( Newsbreeze Crew) and Community monitors, the Asaba section of the road boasts a well-constructed dual drainage system, a wider road width, and a visibly superior construction pattern. However, upon reaching the boundary between Asaba and Achalla–Igbuzo, the road suddenly becomes narrower—with no visible drainage works ongoing or prepared. The stark contrast has raised red flags and stirred fears of deliberate short-changing.

Newsbreeze crew and Community representatives who confronted the site Engineer  were initially assured that drainage installations would be included on the Igbuzo stretch. However, fresh investigations suggest otherwise, as there is no sign of boxed culverts, drainage channels, or any preparatory work required for such a critical component of a durable road.

Igbuzo Community warn that proceeding without drainage on both sides of the Achalla–Igbuzo portion is a direct recipe for failure. Without drainage, erosion, waterlogging, pavement collapse, and flooding will destroy the road within months of completion.

A concerned community member lamented:

“If drainage is not included, this road will not last three months. We cannot watch this happen. Igbuzo deserves the same standard as Asaba.”

The community passionately appeals to the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, to urgently investigate the project site and inspect the disparity firsthand. They affirm their belief that the Governor holds genuine goodwill for the people of Igbuzo and would not tolerate any attempt to undermine their interests.

However, they fear that unscrupulous individuals within the system may be attempting to short-change the Igbuzo axis, thereby compromising the integrity of the project and the comfort of residents.

Leaders and stakeholders of Igbuzo have made their position clear:

“Igbuzo people will not accept any substandard job. The Achalla–Igbuzo section must match the quality of the Asaba axis. Anything less is unacceptable.”

They insist that Ibusa is part of the Asaba Capital Territory and therefore deserves equal quality, equal attention, and equal infrastructure standards.

The Ibusa community urges the contractor, supervising ministry, and all relevant authorities to take immediate corrective steps. The people vow to continue monitoring the project and raising concerns until the road meets the standard befitting a capital territory community in line with M.O.R.E Agenda of our Amiable governor Sheriff Oborevwori.

The message from Igbuzo is clear and unwavering:

No shortcuts. No disparity. No substandard execution. The Achalla–Igbuzo road must reflect the same quality accorded to Asaba—nothing less.