In just over two years, Hon. Chief Peter Akpanke, Member Representing Obanliku, Obudu, and Bekwarra Federal Constituency and Vice Chairman of the House Committee on FCT Area Councils and Other Related Matters, has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to transformative development. His midterm scorecard is a testament to his dedication to improving the lives of his constituents through impactful, community-driven projects. From education and infrastructure to water, sanitation, and telecommunications, Hon. Akpanke’s achievements reflect a vision of progress and prosperity for his constituency.
Transforming Education and Infrastructure
Education is the cornerstone of development, and Hon. Akpanke has prioritised it with remarkable results. Among his completed projects is the construction of a Community Secondary School Block in Ukpada, Utugwang, Obudu, providing students with a conducive learning environment. Additionally, the renovation of a two-classroom block with offices at Ketting Primary School in Obanliku has revitalised educational facilities, ensuring that young learners have access to quality infrastructure.
Beyond completed projects, Hon. Akpanke has initiated several ongoing educational developments. Classroom blocks are currently under construction in Ububa’iye and Olokpa in Beten (Bekwarra), Begiaba and Kubung-Bette (Obudu), and Bagga in Utanga (Obanliku). A secondary school block in Ketting Village, Obanliku, is also in progress, alongside a mini stadium in Ketting, which promises to foster youth development through sports. These initiatives underscore his commitment to building a solid foundation for future generations.
Enhancing Access to Water and Sanitation
Access to clean water and proper sanitation is critical to community health and well-being. Hon. Akpanke has delivered five solar-powered boreholes across key locations, including Sankwala Market, Obudu Main Market, Abouchiche Market in Bekwarra, Bebuankayang, and Bayaga in Obanliku. These boreholes provide reliable, sustainable water sources, reducing the burden on residents and supporting local commerce.
In addition, modern toilet facilities have been constructed in Sankwala and Obudu main markets, addressing critical sanitation needs and improving public health standards. These projects demonstrate a thoughtful approach to addressing the immediate needs of communities while promoting long-term sustainability.
Illuminating Communities with Solar-Powered Street Lighting
Hon. Akpanke’s focus on improving safety and accessibility is evident in his extensive deployment of solar-powered streetlights. A total of 14 communities, including Ketting, Bendegie, Begiasule, Akorshi, Nyanya, Hausa Quarters, and Bishiri Road in Obudu, now benefit from enhanced lighting. Other beneficiaries include the Obudu College of Nursing Science, Sacred Heart Hospital, and key routes such as PHC Junction to Sankwala Roundabout and Utugbor in Bekwarra. Additional installations by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) along Utuhu to Ranch Road and Bebuagbong to Ukwel-Ubudu Road further brighten the constituency, fostering safer and more vibrant communities.
Bridging the Digital Divide
In today’s interconnected world, access to reliable telecommunications is essential for economic and social development. Hon. Akpanke has spearheaded the installation of MTN 2GB networks across 12 communities, including Bayaga, Bayaleke, Amanana, Kundeve, Yindeveve, Yadoo, Agonogo, Ugugu, Bukuyama, and Omale in Obanliku, as well as Bebuabo, Begiababa, Kutiang, Ashikpe, Bayatung Ukpe, Kogbor (Ukpe), and Okorshie in Obudu, and Ogoja Alege. These networks have connected previously underserved areas, enabling residents to access digital opportunities, communicate effectively, and participate in the modern economy.
Ongoing and Awarded Projects: A Vision for the Future
Hon. Akpanke’s work is far from finished. Several transformative projects are underway, including rural road construction in Bendi and the awarded construction of Atubulum Road in Gakem and Utugwang Market Road. These initiatives promise to improve connectivity, boost local trade, and enhance access to essential services. By addressing critical infrastructure gaps, Hon. Akpanke is laying the groundwork for sustainable development across the constituency.
A Legacy of Service and Impact
Hon. Peter Akpanke’s record-breaking achievements over the past two years reflect a leader who listens to his people and delivers on their needs. His focus on education, water, sanitation, lighting, telecommunications, and infrastructure demonstrates a holistic approach to development. By completing 42 projects and advancing several others, he has set a high standard for public service, earning the trust and admiration of his constituents.
As he continues his tenure, Hon. Akpanke’s vision for Obanliku, Obudu, and Bekwarra Federal Constituency remains clear: to create a thriving, connected, and empowered community where every resident has the opportunity to succeed. His midterm scorecard is not just a record of achievements but a promise of even greater progress to come.
See detailed completed and ongoing constituency projects initiated by Hon Chief Peter Akpanke below
*Education & Infrastructure:
* Construction of Community Secondary School Block, Ukpada, Utugwang, Obudu- completed
* Renovation of 2 Classroom Block with Offices, Ketting Primary School Obanliku- completed.
* Water and Sanitation:
* Installation of solar powered Borehole in Sankwala market- completed
* Installation of solar powered Borehole in Obudu Main Market- completed
* Installation of solar powered Borehole in Abouchiche market, Bekwarra- completed
* Installation of solar powered Borehole in Bebuankayang, Obanliku- Completed
* Installation of solar powered Borehole in Bayaga, Obanliku- completed
* Construction of Modern Toilet in Sankwala market, Obanliku- completed.
* Construction of modern toilet in Obudu main market- completed
*Street Lighting Solar-Powered:
* Installation of solar powered street light in Ketting
* installation of solar powered street light in Bendegie
* Installation of solar powered street light in Begiasule
* Installation of solar powered street light in Akorshi
* Installation of solar powered street light in Nyanya
* Installation of solar powered street light in Hausa Quarters, Obudu.
* Installation of solar powered street light at Bishiri Rd, Obudu
* Installation of solar powered street light at Obudu College of Nursing Science
* Supply of solar street light to Sacred Heart Hospital, Obudu.
* Installation of solar powered street light PHC junction to sankwala roundabout, Sankwala Obanliku
* Installation of solar powered street light in Utugbor, Bekwarra
* Installation of solar powered street light from PHC to Sankwala junction
* Installation of solar powered street light in Boggo I community
* Installation of solar powered street light in Boggo II community
* Installation of solar powered street light in Ogbakokor community (Utanga)
Telecom Connection:
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Bayaga, Obanlikwu
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Bayaleke, Obanliku
Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Amanana, Obanliku
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Kundeve, Obanlikwu
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Yindeveve, Obanliku
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Yadoo, Obanliku
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Agonogo, Obanliku
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Ugugu, Obanliku
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Bukuyama, Obanliku
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Omale, Obanliku
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Bebuabo, Obudu
Installation of mtn 2gb network in Begiababa, Obudu
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Kutiang, Obudu
* Installation of mtn 2gb network in Ashikpe, Obudu
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Bayatung Ukpe, Obudu
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Kogbor (Ukpe), Obudu
* Installation of Mtn 2gb network in Ogoja Alege,
* installation of Mtn 2gb network in Okorshie, Obudu
. Installation of NDDC solar powered street light in Utuhu to Ranch Road along Meat Industry.
Installation of NDDC solar powered street light in Bebuagbong and Ukwel-Ubudu Road.
Ongoing Constituency Projects:
* Ongoing Construction of Classroom Block in Ububa’iye (Bekwarra)
* Ongoing construction of classroom block in Olokpa in Beten (Bekwarra)
* Ongoing construction of classroom block in Begiaba (Obudu)
* Ongoing construction of classroom block in Kubung-Bette (Obudu)
* Ongoing construction of classroom block in Bagga in Utanga (Obanliku)
* Ongoing Construction of Secondary School Block in Ketting Village (Obanliku)
* Ongoing Rural Road Construction in Bendi
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• Construction Of Atubulum road in Gakem, Awarded.
• Construction Of Utugwang Market road, Awarded.
* Ongoing construction of Mini stadium, Ketting
