Delta State Governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, on Wednesday commissioned a 2 kilometres road with a call on communities to engage in self-help projects.

According to Governor Okowa, while government will not shy away from its responsibilities, communities should be involved in self-help projects, stating that well-to-do individuals in the communities can assist in the provision of amenities.

“I believe that self-help project is very important and I also, strongly believe that government should support the communities that engage in self-help projects,” the Governor said while commissioning a 2 kilometres road constructed by Rainoil Limited at Idumuje-Ugboko, Aniocha North Local Government Area.

“We will talk to more Deltans that it is the best to share with your community rather than restricting your wealth to your family alone,” the Governor said.

He disclosed that his administration was engaged in massive construction of roads across the state, stating that the Idumuje-Ugboko/Idumuje-Unor road has been approved for construction.

He commended the Chairman, Rainoil Limited, Mr Gabriel Ugbechie, for his numerous contributions to the growth of his community, noting that his administration was not discriminating in the spread of amenities in the state.

Mr Ugbechie, in a welcome address, disclosed that the road was constructed as part of activities lined up to celebrate 20th anniversary of Rainoil Limited. He assured of the company’s commitment towards meeting its social responsibilities.

•Photo shows, from left; Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa; Managing Director Rainoil, Mr. Gabriel Ogbechie; and Chairman, Aniocha-North Local Government Area, Hon. Chuks Oseme, during the commissioning of a 2km road constructed by Rainoil Limited, at Idumuje Ugboko, Delta State.

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