The government of Edo State have completed remedial works on the 55 kilometer Benin-Iruekpen federal road to ease the movement of commuters, The governor of the state, Okpebholo after a tour of the expressway from Aduwawa, Obadan junction, Ugha, Okhuo, and Obagie to other areas, expressed satisfaction with the job so far accomplished by the contractor.
Addressing Newsmen after the inspection, governor Okpebolo said his administration will continue to collaborate with the federal government in repairs of federal roads as it is used by the indigenes
“You can see what my administration has done in terms of fixing federal roads in the State. Initially, the road was not passable as several accidents were recorded on this road, both small and big vehicles, and lives were lost as well.
“Once upon a time, we had a government in Edo State that used to place signboards across all federal roads with the inscription ‘this is federal road, bear with us’. But today, we know Edo people ply these roads and it is now Edo roads and by the grace of God, we will continue to move forward to see that our people enjoy good roads across the State.
“For me, working for my people is the only thing that can give Edo people happiness and joy. Reducing the time of travel along this road is our achievement. A journey that will take up to four hours is now 45 minutes.
“We have keyed into Mr. President’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which has given Edo people hope. Hope of progress. With this road, prices of products will go down as the good road will reduce traveling time and positively affect the cost of transporting goods and services.” The governor said.
Governor Okpebolo also inspected Ekiuwa University of Benin road (Temboga road extension) Oba Erediuwa road, off upper Mission road; Ekiuwa Uteh, Orior-Ozolua, new Uteh road Ekiuwa Quarters, taking time to
inspect a massive drainage at Uteh Temboga constructed to channel flood around the area into the Ikpoba River.
He reiterated the commitment of his administration to improve the lives of Edo State citizens:
“I work because I love my people and want to give them the best. I work because I have a working President who at every point in time asks me about Edo people. I need to show him proof of what I am doing for my people. I want Edo people to know that their votes were worth it, and the only way to pay them back is to work for them and ensure their lives get better.” He stated.
Governor Okpebolo also inspected a gully site at Temboga, which had claimed many houses:
“Looking at this gully here which my administration is trying to address, a lot of work has been done, letting Edo people know especially those living in this area that we love them, appreciate them and will use their resources to better their live.” He said.
Obuh Ugochukwu, The Site Engineer, said that reclaiming land aafter gully erosion is not an easy task but the Okpebholo administration has addressed it vehemently, making it possible for vehicles to pass through.
“This is Temboga Road by Ekiuwa, Oba Erediuwa road, it’s about 3.9 km, which will get to the back of the University of Benin (UNIBEN). From Ekiuwa, this road will get to Oba Erediuwa, which is 1.2KM. We also have a 3.9 km and another 1.2KM road around this axis.
“This gully erosion site before now was terrible and very scary because of the depth of about 20 metres and was also threatening as people had almost ran away from this area which has been checked through reclaiming of the areas taken by erosion. Those who ran away are all coming back.
“We will soon be done with the filling which is the bulk of the work and we thank you for the opportunity given to us to be part of the success story of saving the people of this area.” Ugochukwu said.
The contractor, Engr. Mohld Bajuwa promised to deliver the jobs in time and assured of the quality
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