The council boss hailed the infrastructure as not just a development project, but a shared achievement reflecting the resilience and progress of the Iba community.

“Today, we gather not just to commission a road project, but to celebrate a collective achievement, a symbol of progress, development, and our shared commitment to a better tomorrow,” Yisa said during the ceremony.

The road and drainage construction, he explained, were initiated in response to long-standing issues of flooding, poor road access, and deteriorating infrastructure that had plagued residents of Mebamu and surrounding areas.

Yisa highlighted the role of good road networks in connecting residents to key institutions such as schools, hospitals, markets, and religious centres. He emphasized that this project reinforces the administration’s resolve to deliver motorable roads across the local government area.

“We all know how essential a good road is to daily life,” he said. “But even more importantly, it reflects the dignity we deserve in our communities. With this project, we are affirming that Mebamu matters. Cele-Nica matters. The people here matter.”

Beyond roadwork, the drainage system was singled out by Yisa as a significant component of the project, underscoring the council’s commitment to long-term planning and sustainable development.

“We are not just building for today, but for the rainy seasons to come—for the safety of our children and for the continued growth of our environment,” he noted.

He went on to commend the engineers, contractors, and especially residents for their patience and support during the construction phase, urging continued community participation in maintaining public infrastructure.

“As we commission this road and drainage today, let it serve as a reminder that with unity, vision, and dedication, we can transform every corner of our community,” Yisa added.

The commissioning marks another entry in a series of infrastructure initiatives by the Iba LCDA, aimed at improving the living conditions of residents across the area.

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President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending key officials for six months.

The affected officials include Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, and all elected State House of Assembly members.

Tinubu cited prolonged political instability, constitutional violations, and escalating security threats as reasons for his extraordinary intervention in the state.

Vice Admiral Ibok-Étè Ibas (retd.), a former Chief of Naval Staff, has been appointed sole administrator to oversee governance immediately.

Ibas Officially Sworn in as Rivers State Sole Administrator

On Wednesday afternoon, President Tinubu swore in Ibas at the State House, Abuja, amid top government officials’ presence.

The brief ceremony was attended by Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila and Attorney General Lateef Fagbemi (SAN).

Others in attendance included Principal Secretary to the President, Hakeem Muri-Okunola, alongside several senior government officials and dignitaries.

Ibas, who previously served as Nigeria’s Chief of Naval Staff, is expected to restore order and stabilize governance.

Why Tinubu Declared Emergency Rule in Rivers State

The political crisis in Rivers stems from a leadership struggle between Governor Fubara and his predecessor, Minister Nyesom Wike.

This power struggle caused governance paralysis, with escalating tensions, prompting federal intervention to prevent further breakdown of law.

Tinubu explained that the governor and deputy governor failed to request federal intervention despite the worsening political crisis.

“After carefully evaluating Rivers’ situation, I invoke Section 305 of Nigeria’s Constitution to declare a state of emergency.”

The president emphasized that judicial institutions in Rivers State would continue to function normally despite the executive suspensions.

While some support the intervention as necessary, others argue that it undermines democratic principles and elected officials’ legitimacy.

Further developments are expected as reactions from political stakeholders and citizens continue to unfold across the country.

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