Nigeria, Feb. 18 -- The Abia State Government has undertaken urban regeneration projects to modernize Umuahia, like bus shelters, a relocated market, and a 2,000-hectare smart city.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), these initiatives were revealed by Commissioner for Information Mr. Okey Kanu on Monday following the State Executive Council meeting in Umuahia.

The projects are intended to improve economic activity, housing, and transportation.

The government is constructing ten bus shelters along Aguiyi Ironsi Boulevard to enhance public transportation. The land will be purchased, and compensation will be given for the relocation of the Isigate Market to Afara.

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