The Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has directed contractors to resume work immediately on damaged roads in Benin City.
Just a day after his swearing-in, Okpebholo inspected key areas, including Upper Mission Extension Road by Aduwawa Junction and the Ramat Park Axis, where he saw the poor state of the roads first hand.
The governor expressed his determination to bring quick improvements. He assured the people that work would commence immediately, as he was in a hurry to bring the dividends of democracy to the people.
Work is set to begin on several major roads, including: The 7.5km Temboga Road, Lucky Way Junction by Aduwawa, The Ramat Park – Slope Axis, and Eyaen Road and Obadan Junction along the Benin–Auchi Expressway
The poor state of roads in Edo has been a significant issue, with many federal roads like Benin-Auchi, Benin-Sapele, and Benin-Agbor in bad condition due to years of neglect. This has caused long delays and difficulties for residents, motorists, and businesses across the state.
