CLO Anambra hails Tinubu, Akpabia, Umeh, others on inclusion, approval of 3bn dollar Eastern Rail Line in national budget

Politics

THE Civil Liberties Organization, CLO, Anambra State Branch has commended President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Senators Victor Umeh, Tony Nwoye and the National Assembly for the patriotism shown in the inclusion and approval of $3 billion for the revitalisation of the Eastern Rail Line.

In a statement issued in Awka and signed by Vincent Ezekwueme, Chairman and Chidi Mbah, Secretary, the CLO praised the doggedness and patriotism of Senators Victor Umeh and Tony Nwoye for raising the exclusion of the Eastern corridor during the 2025 budget debate.

The CLO also thanked the President of the Senate for ensuring justice on the long-standing demand of the Southeast and the National Assembly for the unanimous approval of the laudable project.

According to the statement, themed “Justice could only be served when the unaffected are as outraged as those affected”, the group described the approval as “oneness, patriotism, empathy, unity and love in action.” 

“This action has given the people of the Southeast a true sense of belonging. It is a clear indication that the future is not only bright, but will be better for all Nigerians,” the statement said.

The CLO Anambra prayed for the quick commencement of the project and its completion within record time to unlock economic growth, improve connectivity and strengthen national unity.

   The group  appealed to the Federal Government and the National Assembly to extend such good gesture to the dilapidated and decripit Onitsha -Owerri, Nnewi -Uga-Okigwe roads.

 It will be recalled that the CLO had earlier condemned the exclusion of the Eastern Rail Line from the budget and called for equity, justice and inclusiveness in national infrastructure planning.

A.I

June 4, 2026

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