The on-going construction of the Calabar monorail yesterday, took another major step forward with the delivery of the passenger coaches.
Cross River State Governor, Senator Liyel Imoke, who was on hand to receive the coaches, said it was his pleasure to see that the monorail project, which was planned for the state years ago, had been finally delivered . He added that in a matter of weeks the line would link the Summit Hills and Tinapa, thus bringing the famous business and leisure resort closer to Calabar metropolis.
“The monorail line is a project that has been on the books of Cross River State for many years. So, it is very gratifying for us to see that the trains are finally delivered to site and work is going on. In a couple of weeks, we will have this train running, linking Tinapa to the city of Calabar and berthing at Calabar International Convention Centre.
“This is a realisation of a dream and an indication of growth and economic expansion, particularly in the area of tourism, which the state is known for. This is growth for business and leisure, which should be appreciated by the people.”
The governor said that the monorail, which will run across an artificial lake separating the two facilities, would be the newest tourism attraction in the state.
He added: “As an administration, we will continue to build and strengthen that sector. This train will further enhance that because it will be used for both business and pleasure and I expect everyone to come and enjoy a ride of this nature that links the two great tourist attractions.
“Though I may not take a ride on the train before my exit, as we speak, everything has been procured and delivered on site. It is just waiting to be coupled and it will be up and running, and this will become the newest tourist attraction in Cross River State.”
