Ido LG chairman flags off 6.5km road project

Chairman of Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State, Sheriff Aderemi Adeojo, has flagged off the construction of a 6.5-kilometre road linking several communities within the council area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to grassroots infrastructure development and improved public safety.

The project stretches from Wire and Cable, Ita Faaji, through Opopin, Olunde Junction, Oganla and All Saints College to Akinju Close.

Speaking at the flag-off, held at Orisunbare community, Adeojo described the project as a milestone in fulfilling his administration’s promise to bring development closer to the people and improve their quality of life.

He said the project was designed to complement the developmental strides of Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration in the state.

The council chairman said the road will not only improve transportation but also stimulate commercial activities, reduce flooding and enhance the overall living environment for residents.

“This 6.5-kilometre road is more than asphalt and drainage. It is a road to prosperity and a solution to the long suffering of our people. When completed, it will ease transportation challenges, reduce flooding and give the community a new facelift,” Adeojo said.

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He urged the contractors handling the project to maintain high construction standards and adhere strictly to the completion timeline, appealing to residents to cooperate with the contractors and safeguard government infrastructure.

The ceremony attracted community leaders, traditional rulers, party stakeholders, market women, youth groups, local government officials and residents from the benefiting communities.

In their separate remarks, community leaders and residents lauded the council chairman for prioritising the project, noting that the road had remained a long-standing demand of the communities.

They expressed optimism that upon completion, the road will boost economic activities, improve accessibility and enhance the standard of living of residents.

Adeojo expressed appreciation to Governor Makinde for approving and supporting the road project, describing the governor’s backing as instrumental to its commencement.

He reiterated his administration’s resolve to sustain investments in infrastructure, youth empowerment and inclusive governance in the 10 political wards of the local government.