By Samson Obande,  Lafia

The candidate for Obi 2 State Constituency, Hon. Bishop Ezekiel Musa Malla, has inspected two critical temporary bridges in Obi LGA, reaffirming his commitment to replace them with permanent structures to ease movement and boost economic activities.

The inspection, conducted at the weekend, was led by Hon. Malla and a high-powered delegation of his campaign team.

The team first visited the temporary bridge linking Atabla, Ome, and Ashupe communities — a route used daily by thousands of farmers and traders.

They also inspected the bridge linking Gidan Ausa and Dazhila communities, both of which are often cut off during the rainy season due to flooding and poor access.

Residents told the delegation that the lack of motorable bridges has hampered the transportation of farm produce and restricted access to markets, schools, and health facilities.

Hon. Malla and his delegation were received at their palaces by the King of Dazhila and the Sarki of Gidan Ausa.

In an atmosphere of prayers and goodwill, the traditional rulers offered prayers for Hon. Malla’s health, wisdom, and success.

The royal fathers and community leaders assured him of their total support and prayed for his victory in the 2027 General Election, describing him as “the man building bridges — both literally and for the unity of our people.”

Speaking during the inspection, Hon. Malla said no community should be isolated because of bad roads and collapsed bridges.

 “Our people deserve access. We are here to see things for ourselves, and by God’s grace, permanent bridges will be built to link our communities and open up economic opportunities,” he said.

Members of the campaign team expressed satisfaction with the warm reception and pledged to sustain grassroots engagement ahead of 2027.

The visit ended with prayers for peace, progress, and the development of Obi 2 State Constituency.