Entrance of the bridge from Mombo
Rebilitation works on the Mombo hanging bridge under the supervision of Bangem Development Organisaion Forum, BDOF has effectively started.
According to a release by BDOF President Ebong Bao Ewoh Bawunkem Joseph,work has effectively started on the Mombo dilapidated string bridge in the Mbwomud community.
“Sincerely, I want to congratulate each and everyone of us for the success of this initial stage of this project which is as a result of your enormous financial and material support. We are very committed to making sure that the lives of our Brothers and Sisters of the Mbwomud community are not at risk,”he said.
BDOF however continue to plead with brothers and sisters from KupeMuanenguba and beyond to put in more financial and material support so that this project can be completed and handed over to the Mbwogmut community in the days ahead, the President appealed.
According to technicians carrying out the rehabilitation works on the site,the work is in progress.
“We are now at the entrance of the Timber road trying to install the entrance post of the bridge,” one of the technicians told ECO OUTLOOK.
It should be noted that like BDOF the Bangem Council and the SW Regional Council have also shown interest in the rehabilitation of the same Mombo Bridge.
According to BDOF President, the ongoing works by BDOF does not stop these entities from also carrying out their rehabilitation works.
The Bangem Council recently launched construction works on two bridges located within the Bangem Municipality, specifically targeting the agrarian hubs of Nkikoh and Elum I. These areas are critical junctions for the transport of cash crops and food supplies within the South West Region.
Mayor Ekungwe has set an ambitious but firm target for completion of the two bridges in Nkikoh and Elum1 by April 2026, ensuring the structures are ready to facilitate travel before the peak of the next heavy rainy season.
The primary objective of rehabilitation and construction of these bridges by the different entities is to catalyze economic growth and poverty reduction in the sub-division.
* Agricultural Logistics: These regions are major producers of plantains, coffee, and essential food crops. The bridges will create a direct, reliable link for transporting produce to major markets in Douala, Yaoundé, and beyond.
Community authorities in these areas highlighted that these bridges will end the perennial isolation of these communities during the rainy season, ensuring year-round access to healthcare, education, and trade.
By fostering development, the administration aims to contribute to long-term peace and the overall advancement of the municipality.
These bridges are more than just concrete and steel; they are the lifelines of farmers and the gateway to prosperity for Bangem.
By facilitating the movement of goods to national markets, these investments are effectively reducing poverty and building a more resilient community, they said.