Gov Ayedatiwa promises to re-engineer road infrastructure, monitor projects

The governor of Ondo state, Lucky Ayedatiwa, on Tuesday embarked on the inspection of ongoing road projects in the State to ensure compliance with the order for all contractors handling road projects to return to the site.

The governor who visited project sites within the state promised that the current administration would not relent to re-engineer road infrastructure in the State, especially in the capital city of the state, Akure.

The governor who inspected two of the ongoing road projects in Akure: Oda road dualisation and the flyover at Onyearugbulem/Irese road, said all the projects would be completed in due time

Aiyedatiwa was accompanied by top government officials, including the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Hon. Tayo Oluwatuyi, Deputy Chief of Staff, Mr Segun Omojuwa, and the Head of Service, Pastor Kayode Ogundele and officials of the Ministry of Infrastructure, led by the Permanent Secretary, Engr. Allen Idowu.

Speaking during the inspection at the site of the Oda road dualization, Aiyedatiwa said he was committed to fulfilling the late former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu’s vision by giving priority to the completion of all ongoing and uncompleted projects.

He emphasised the importance of delivering the Oda road before the onset of the rainy season, pledging the government’s support to the contractor to ensure timely completion.

Aiyedatiwa reiterated the administration’s dedication to enhancing infrastructure for the benefit of all citizens.

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Infrastructure, Engr. Allen Idowu noted that the project has gained momentum, with contractors resuming work following the governor’s encouragement.

Idowu affirmed that significant strides have been made, attributing the improved pace to well-organized mobilisation efforts.

He announced a promising outlook, with the first phase of the project slated for completion within the next two months.

At the flyover site, at Oyarugbulem, the governor emphasised the administration’s commitment to alleviating traffic congestion and improving road connectivity with the project.

He acknowledged the late governor’s initiative of the project and assured prompt completion, while also commending the dedication of the contractors and the community to the project’s timely delivery.

The Permanent Secretary noted the significant progress in the construction of the flyover, outlining the completion of foundation work and the erection of piers, indicating a 40 per cent completion milestone.

He added that the state government had made provisions for future dualization of the road, saying this demonstrates the foresight of the government in infrastructure planning.

The representative of the Gbeleaje Community, Mr Bunmi Falodun, commended the government’s proactive approach to the project’s execution, pledging the community’s support and solidarity with the governor’s future endeavours.

It will be recalled that the governor some. Two weeks ago, I ordered all contractors handling road projects across the State to immediately return to sites and ensure the timely completion of the projects.