Residents of Magboro, in the Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, have expressed their joy following the Ogun State Government’s approval to construct a long-awaited link road in their community.

However, they have also urged the government to expedite the construction to alleviate the daily hardships they face on the deteriorating road.

According to the PUNCH, residents voiced their optimism that the road project, once completed, would not only ease their transportation woes but also spur economic development in the area.

A motorist, who identified himself simply as Osita, praised Governor Dapo Abiodun for approving the road’s construction but cautioned against delays, referencing past instances where similar promises had gone unfulfilled.

“This is a dream come true for us. The road has been in a terrible state for years. We are grateful for the government’s commitment to improving our lives. However, we hope the construction won’t linger too long to relieve us of the daily hardships encountered on this road,” Osita said.

“We also hope that this will not be another unfulfilled promise as we’ve had in the past.”

Local traders, who have been particularly hard-hit by the poor state of the road, also expressed their relief.

Regina Omoh, a trader in the area, lamented how the deplorable road condition has negatively impacted her business, making it difficult for customers to reach local shops, leading to a decline in sales.

“The current road condition has hurt my business and many others in Magboro. Poor infrastructure has driven customers away, but I believe that the road construction will significantly improve access to this community and boost the local economy,” Regina said.

Another resident, Mrs. Olopade, who commutes daily on the road to Lagos, expressed her excitement over the project’s approval.

“I am so excited to hear that the Ogun State Government has approved the construction of the Magboro Road. As someone who commutes to Lagos daily, this is a huge relief. The road has been in a terrible state for years, making my journey stressful and time-consuming. I can’t wait to see the positive impact this project will have on our community. Thank you, Ogun State Government, for prioritizing our needs and making our lives easier,” Olopade remarked.

When contacted, the Ogun State Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Ade Akinsanya, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the project.

“The governor has already approved the reconstruction of the Magboro-Makogi Road. This information was made public last Thursday during the flag-off ceremony for rice harvesting at a farm in Magoki,” Akinsanya said.

Residents are hopeful that this latest development will bring lasting improvements to their community, ending years of neglect and unfulfilled promises.