By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun
Ekiti State Government is set to commence the construction of eight new road projects before the end of the year. Mr Adesola Adebayo, Commissioner for Works revealed this on radio programme where he reaffirmed Ekiti State Government’s dedication to the well-being and prosperity of Ekiti State residents.
The planned road construction initiatives constitute part of a broader vision to create a more connected and accessible Ekiti State. By addressing critical infrastructural needs, we aim to stimulate local economies, reduce travel time, and improve overall living conditions for our people.
The roads to be constructed or rehabilitated are: Awo – Ara – Ijero Road, Ijan – Ise Road, Ikogosi township Road, Itawure – Okemesi – Ijero Road, Ajila Jakande Crescent Roads 10 & 13 in GRA 3rd Extension, dualisation of Petim Road, Oke Ayedun – Ipao – Oke Ako – Irele Road in Ikole Local Government, and De-Head – Basiri Road.
Also, recall that Senator David Umahi, the Minister of Works, recently made a state visit to evaluate the state of federal roads passing through Ekiti. This was to enhance the collaboration between the Federal Government and Ekiti State Government to ensure the rehabilitation and maintenance of all federal roads in Ekiti State.
In light of the dangerous condition of several federal roads, Mr Adebayo called for their complete reconstruction instead of the ineffective annual patchwork repairs, citing examples such as the Igede-Aramoko-Itawure Road, the Omuo-Ilasa-Ayedun-Ikole Road, and the Ado-Ijan-Agbado Road.
Mr Adebayo, in his closing remark, reassured the public that his office would maintain its cooperative relationship with FERMA to respond swiftly to the terrible road conditions that exist throughout the state.