He said the contractors have expressed their willingness to speed up their projects to meet the deadline set by the governor.
Mr Akeredolu died at a German hospital on December 27, 2023, where he was receiving treatment.
“‘Aketi’, as he was fondly called, is a man of simplistic nature,” said the NDDC governing board chair.
The ex-lawmaker told journalists that the state needs a leader who is genuinely interested in helping people tap into the state’s resources.Â
Recall that Mr Akeredolu passed away in Germany on December 27, 2023.
The governor described Mr Akeredolu as his brother, friend and boss.
The suspension was announced on Wednesday in a letter from the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs.
“I have conviction that the new year will be an eventful year. I can say that, given the judicious implementation of our year 2024 budget,” said Mr Aiyedatiwa.
He acknowledged the deep sorrow felt by many for the departed former governor.Â
Wike will not be judged by his conquests in Rivers State, so Fubara may level the entire Port Harcourt if he chooses.
