Oyo lawmaker flags off two major road constructions in constituency

The Chairman of the House Committee on Works and Member of the House of Representatives for Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency, Hon Akin Alabi, has flagged off the construction of two major roads in his constituency.

As part of his ongoing infrastructural development push, he also inspected the progress of the Salawu Road project to ensure its timely completion.

This was contained in a statement by the Media and Publicity Aide to the lawmaker, Hameed Mustapha Ramadan, on Thursday in Abuja.

Ramadan noted that the flag-off ceremonies took place at Aba-Otun and Erunmu communities, drawing the presence of community leaders, political stakeholders, and residents, all of whom expressed deep appreciation for the intervention.

Speaking at the events, Hon Alabi reiterated his commitment to delivering meaningful projects to every community he engaged with during his campaign.

“I want to ensure that all the communities I visited during my campaign receive the dividends of democracy they deserve. This is why I always emphasise the importance of seniority in lawmaking; it enables us to bring more development to our constituents,” he stated.

Hon Alabi also stressed that the road projects transcend political affiliations and are aimed at improving the lives of all residents.

“This is not about politics. Whether you belong to SDP, PDP, Accord, LP, APC, or any other party, these developments are for everyone. Good roads benefit us all,” he added.

He urged youths and community leaders to support the engineers and contractors to ensure the smooth execution of the projects.

The Erunmu-Egbeda Road project will enhance connectivity for multiple communities, including Erunmu, Ore I & II, Owobaale, Ibiti, Paku, Adekola, Mosa, Tanmo, and Egbeda, greatly improving accessibility and economic activity.

Similarly, the Fakayode-Aba Otun Road project will serve Fakayode, Akintunde, Kobiowu, and Aba Otun communities, providing long-awaited relief for residents who have endured years of hardship due to poor road conditions.

Residents of the Aba Otun-Fakayode axis shared emotional testimonies about the suffering caused by the road’s previous state. One constituent lamented:

“We have seen pregnant women suffer miscarriages because of the terrible condition of this road. Many people have also sustained serious injuries while navigating the bad portions.”

Hon Akin Alabi’s Campaign Director General, Hon Adebowale Amoo, assured residents that the new roads would be built to modern standards for durability and sustainability.

“These roads will be constructed with proper drainage systems and solar-powered street lighting to enhance accessibility, longevity, and overall infrastructure quality in the constituency,” he stated.

Recognising Hon Alabi’s commitment to development, traditional leaders, including the Elerunmu of Erunmu Land, Chief Oyeshola Akanji Oyerinde, and the Royal Chieftain of Owobaale, attended the flag-off ceremonies. Chief Oyerinde offered prayers for Hon Alabi and his entourage, commending his dedication to the community’s growth.

With these new road projects, Hon Akin Alabi continues to fulfil his promise of infrastructural development, reaffirming his dedication to improving the quality of life for the people of Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency.

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