The Rivers State Government has unveiled plans to convert the spaces beneath flyovers into organised bus stops and parking areas as part of efforts to improve urban order.
In a statement released on its website on Tuesday, the government also outlined steps to strengthen environmental sanitation and expand green spaces across the city.
The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Amaopusenibo Amairigha Edward Hart, disclosed this during an inspection of key locations in Port Harcourt, noting that the initiative forms part of a broader drive to revitalise the metropolis.
He reaffirmed the government’s intention to ease congestion by relocating traders to more appropriate sites. He also raised concerns about the layout of car dealerships, observing that many property fences currently extend into pedestrian walkways.
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The commissioner directed that such structures be properly set back, adding that some were located beneath high-tension power lines. He further criticised the indiscriminate display of vehicles and goods in public spaces.
Speaking on conditions around the Obiri/Ikwerre flyover, he expressed worry over the spread of makeshift structures, which he linked to increasing security concerns in the area.
He revealed that transport operators would be moved to Choba Park, which he said has enough capacity to accommodate them, subject to consultations with relevant stakeholders.
Mr Hart reiterated the government’s commitment to restoring Port Harcourt to a cleaner, more organised and vibrant city.
The inspection covered several areas, including Garrison, Waterlines, Rumuola, Pleasure Park, Artillery, Airport Road, Sangana Street and Creek Road Market.
He commended the Permanent Secretary and officials of the ministry for their dedication, describing the exercise as a positive step towards achieving the state’s urban renewal goals, and assured that the ministry would remain focused on delivering the planned transformation.
