…assures residents of steady progress on road, judiciary complex projects
By Tolulope Eniola
The Ondo State Government has unveiled a comprehensive traffic management plan for motorists and residents as construction work begins on the proposed Akure flyover, while assuring the public of steady progress on other key infrastructure projects across the state.
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, Lands and Housing, Engr. Abiola Olawoye, disclosed this during an exclusive interview on Thursday.
According to him, construction activities have already commenced on the flyover project, with the contractor currently on site carrying out preliminary works.
Olawoye explained that the 2.38-kilometre flyover would feature entry and exit ramps designed to ease traffic flow and improve connectivity along the busy corridor.
He said motorists approaching from areas such as Ijoka and Ikota who intend to bypass commercial activities within Oja-Oba would be able to access the flyover through a proposed intersection near St. Matthias, while others could continue to use the surface road beneath the structure.
“The contractor has started work and we have carefully designed the project to accommodate different categories of road users. There will be access points and intersections that will ensure smooth traffic movement when the project is completed,” he said.
The infrastructure adviser also appealed to residents and motorists to exercise patience during the construction period, noting that heavy equipment would be deployed along the corridor.
He said government had already put in place measures to maintain order and ensure safety, including the deployment of security personnel, road safety officers and emergency response teams.
“We urge members of the public to be patient and cooperate with traffic officials. Construction activities come with some inconvenience, but all necessary measures are being taken to safeguard lives and property,” he added.
Providing updates on the ongoing rehabilitation of the Ijoka Road, Olawoye said the contractor had commenced asphalt laying and had already covered more than 2.5 kilometres on one section of the road.
He, however, noted that the pace of work had been affected by the rainy season, explaining that certain construction procedures require dry weather conditions to achieve the desired quality.
“The project is progressing steadily. We are mindful of quality standards and must allow certain stages of the work to meet engineering specifications before proceeding to the next phase,” he said.
On the dualisation of the Oke-Aro/Idanre Road corridor, Olawoye said significant progress had been recorded, particularly in drainage construction and earthworks.
According to him, the contractor has completed a substantial portion of the drainage network and has commenced work on road medians and pedestrian walkways.
The government official also gave an update on the ongoing construction of the new judiciary complex, attributing delays in some sections of the project to technical challenges arising from the topography and waterlogged nature of parts of the site.
He explained that engineers had to adopt specialised foundation solutions in affected areas to ensure structural stability.
Despite the challenges, Olawoye said major progress had been achieved, with several buildings already reaching roofing level and some sections nearing completion.
He expressed confidence that the judiciary complex would be delivered upon completion of the remaining structural works.
The state government, he said, remains committed to delivering quality infrastructure projects that will enhance transportation, improve public service delivery and support economic development across Ondo State.
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