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By Chibuzor Ogode

The Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency (DSCTDA) successfully held its first Board of Directors meeting for 2025 on February 25 at the Agency’s headquarters in Asaba.
Presided over by the Chairman, Hon. Emmanuel Okoro, the meeting brought together key stakeholders, including Director General Patrick Ukah, Engr. Akpomedaye Ogaga, Mr. Chekwube Chukwuedo, Mrs. Endurance Ibru, and Mrs. F.N. Atogun, representing economic planning.

The meeting commenced with a welcome address by the Chairman, who commended board members for their dedication and commitment to the agency’s mandate.

In his briefing, Director General, Patrick Ukah provided an overview of DSCTDA’s activities over the past year, and
announced that the State Executive Council has approved an upward review of several ongoing construction projects, including:
Reconstruction of Marine Road, Asaba,
Construction of flood control measures at Ogbeilo/Ugbomanta Street, with a discharge drain through Ogbeogonogo Market to Otuogwu Bay, Asaba
Construction of Odilison E.C., Junior Crescent, Ngozi Odiaka Avenue, and Odilison Close, Asaba
Construction of Anyafulu Chinedum Street, Asaba
Construction of Obidinma Okonne Street and Vomechei Owumi Street, Asaba
Construction of Redeemer Street, Asaba
Construction of a road network within the Delta Development and Property Authority (DDPA) Housing Estate, Asaba

Additionally, Ukah disclosed that DSCTDA will embark on new infrastructure projects, including: Construction of Chris Abudei Street and Ogbueshi M. Onochie Street, Asaba, Construction of House of Assembly Service Commission Road, Asaba; Construction of Ken Oweazin Kenaz Crescent Street, Asaba.

The Director General also revealed that while some landmark projects have been approved for the Capital Territory, budgetary constraints have necessitated their execution under relevant state ministries, including the Ministries of Works, Rural & Riverine Roads, and Urban & Highway Development. These projects, he said include:Reconstruction of Umejei Road, Ibusa,
Reconstruction of Okpanam City Road (from the city gate to the Catholic Church Roundabout and to the post office)
Rehabilitation and asphalt overlay of Summit Road to the Government House gate; extension of Anwai-Ugbolu Road from Central Bank Housing Estate to Ugbolu town, rehabilitation and asphalt overlay of Interbau Roundabout through Nnebisi Road to Abraka Junction
Street lighting projects, including Nnebisi Road to Abraka Junction, Cable Point Road, and House of Assembly to Okpanam Post Office (to be handled by the Ministries of Energy and Urban Renewal), construction of 4km internal roads within the new Government Layout/GRA in Ugbolu.

The Board members commended His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff F.O. Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State, for his commitment to infrastructure development and urban renewal. They emphasized that these projects will enhance interconnectivity, improve mobility, and boost economic activities within the Capital Territory.

Chairman, Hon. Emmanuel Okoro reaffirmed the board’s commitment to supporting the governor’s MORE Agenda, ensuring that Deltans experience sustainable urban development that improves their quality of life.
With these strategic initiatives, the DSCTDA continues to drive the transformation of the Delta State Capital Territory, ensuring that residents benefit from modern infrastructure and enhanced public services.