Hon. Chimezie Christian Nwankwo Begins Landmark School Project in Nihi, Etche
Posted on September 26, 2026
Hon. Chimezie Christian Nwankwo Flags Off Landmark Educational Project in Etche Constituency II
ETCHE, RIVERS STATE — In a major boost to public education and local infrastructure, Honourable Chimezie Christian Nwankwo, Member representing Etche Constituency II in the Rivers State House of Assembly, has officially flagged off the construction of a state-of-the-art six-classroom block in Nihi, Ward 7, Etche Local Government Area.
The initiative marks yet another milestone in the lawmaker’s ongoing drive to elevate academic standards and expand infrastructure across his constituency.
Key Highlights of the Project
Facility Scope: Construction of a modern, six-classroom block fully furnished and equipped with dedicated administrative suites, including offices for both the Principal and Vice Principal.
Location: Nihi Community, Ward 7, Etche LGA.
Delivery Timeline: Targeted for full completion and handover within three months.
Royal Institution Bestows Blessings and Endorsement
Prior to the official ground-breaking ceremony, Honourable Chimezie Nwankwo and his delegation paid a traditional courtesy visit to the palace of HRH Eze Ken Nwala, the Onye Ishi Agwuru of the Clan, alongside the Chiefs-in-Council, to formally brief the royal father on the project’s objectives.
Extending the royal institution’s full support and blessings, HRH Eze Ken Nwala commended the lawmaker’s proactive governance model, underscoring the deep bond between the leadership and the people:
“The fowl does not forget who sheltered it during the rainy season. Honourable Chimezie has remembered our people in their rainy days, and we will surely reciprocate this gesture in due course.”
— HRH Eze Ken Nwala, Onye Ishi Agwuru of the Clan
Widespread Grassroots Acclaim Across Ward III and Umuebulu
The project flag-off coincides with a wave of grassroots solidarity for the Assembly member across Etche Constituency II:
Ward III Stakeholders: A delegation led by Mr. Gift Onyeche and Mr. Trust Okere, alongside prominent community elders, presented Hon. Nwankwo with branded caps as a token of appreciation for his developmental impact and continuous grassroots engagement.
Umuebulu Community Leadership: Chiefs and community leaders from Umuebulu separately paid homage to express gratitude for the lawmaker’s mentorship, specifically highlighting his sponsorship and endorsement of their son for the Ward III councillorship seat.
Impact on Constituency II
With construction now underway in Nihi Ward 7, this project adds to an expanding portfolio of educational and civic infrastructure delivered under Hon. Chimezie Christian Nwankwo’s tenure, reflecting a sustained policy focus on human capital development and equitable representation in Rivers State.
