Abia state governor, Chief Theodore Orji has approved the contract for the construction of a modern library building headquarters at Ogurube layout also known as the Umuahia layout, Umuahia.
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In a statement by the chief press secretary, Ugochukwu Emezue, this latest development is a clear testimony of chief TA Orji’s desire to bequeath monumental legacies to the citizens of the state especially generation yet unborn.
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According to Mr. Emezue the project which will be supervised by the ministry of housing when completed will become a strong platform for the reading public, especially Abia students to enrich their intellectual capacity in a serene environment.
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Meanwhile, Arochukwu and Okeikpe general hospitals have been approved for upgrading. Also selected for renovation by the state government are some wards at the general hospital, Aba.
Mr.Emezue said that this development is in line with Governor Orji’s commitment towards the transformation of the health sector in the state.
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The governor’s spokesman maintained that Chief TA Orji is also eager to build more health centres across the state beside the existing 250 centres.