Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo state has advocated collective effort of the people of Imo State to stamp out violence and other forms of crime in the state this year.
Gov. Uzodimma made the call in his New Year message to the people of the state.
The governor pledged that the government will work in concert with the security agencies to ensure a safer Imo State in 2022 and Begin’s
He also pledged that his administration will this year redouble efforts to redress the infrastructural deficit it met on assumption of office.
According to him, the huge capital outlay in this year’s budget of over 74% of the total budget, was a sign that there would be more developmental projects in the state.
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Uzodimma however noted that progress could only be made in an atmosphere of peace.
He noted that some opposition elements had sought to destabilize the state and arrest its progress, but expressed gratitude to God that they have been overwhelmed.
He also expressed his gratitude to the patriotic citizens who supported the government’s efforts in defeating the opposition elements.
He equally expressed his happiness that in spite of the distractions from the opposition and criminals, the administration had recorded giant strides in all sectors.
According to Uzodimma, the administration is also determined to give practical effect to its recovery programme by ensuring that all looted assets of the state are recovered.
He said the recovery of the state’s Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University worth N40billion from a former governor and the Shell Camp land were aimed at safeguarding the assets of the state.
The governor enjoined citizens of the state to support the government to work for the peace and progress of the state.
He urged them to resolve this year to engage only in actions that would enhance the peace and stability of both Imo State and Nigeria
He added that it was worthy of note that the Christmas and New Year celebration in the state has been peaceful and assured that every effort will be made to ensure that Imo people enjoyed peace through out the year.
