Assures completion of ongoing road projects
Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has reiterated his administration’s determination to bridge the state’s infrastructure gap by more than half before the end of his tenure.
Aiyedatiwa stated this while flagging off the Akure–Imafon road project in Akure North Local Council Area of the state, stressing that his administration’s commitment to infrastructure renewal and service delivery.
The governor maintained that the project represents a strategic response to the long-standing yearnings of residents of the area, adding that the event marked a milestone in the fulfilment of promises made during the campaigns and at his inauguration.
Aiyedatiwa lauded traditional and spiritual leaders, party faithful, top government functionaries, youth leaders and landlords across communities within the axis for their resilience and self-help interventions in maintaining the road network over the years.
“Your patience and perseverance have finally paid off. The government has taken over that burden, and your loyalty and sacrifice have not gone unrewarded,” he added.
The governor expressed confidence that the target would be surpassed if the current pace of development continues, complementing the Renewed Hope Transformation Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
According to him, good road networks facilitate the free flow of goods, services, and ideas, describing them as the lifeblood of any modern economy.
Aiyedatiwa disclosed that the State Executive Council recently approved the rehabilitation and construction of 101 kilometres of new roads across the three senatorial districts of the state, stating that the initiative would ease vehicular movement, open up communities for development and improve the living standards of the people.
Addressing residents of Akure North, especially those from Igbatoro, Ala and Imafon communities, he sought their cooperation for the smooth execution of the project before the dry season ends, assuring that adjoining inner roads would also receive attention.
The governor further assured that his administration would complete all inherited projects across the state, stressing that work would soon resume on the ongoing construction of the Ijoka dual carriageway.
Aiyedatiwa pledged that no project would be abandoned, urging residents to continue to exercise patience and understanding.
On his part, the Chairman of Akure North Local Council, Johnson Ogunbolude, reaffirmed the total support of Akure North for the governor’s administration, describing his leadership as people-orientated and inclusive.
The Olumafon of Imafon, Oba Aliu Adegbehingbe, in his goodwill message, described the project as a symbol of hope and development for the community.
“This project is not just a road; it is a symbol of hope, benevolence, and connection, a lifeline that will open up our community, improve trade and bring social and economic growth to our people,” he said.
