The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to constructing durable roads that meet approved international standards across the state.
It also appealed to residents to remain patient as the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo continues to implement its infrastructure agenda.
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Projects Monitoring and Implementation, Phoebe Williams-Bello, gave the assurance during a three-day inspection tour of ongoing projects in Edo Central and Edo North senatorial districts.
Williams-Bello stated that contractors handling road projects in the state are being paid as at when due, encouraging them to sustain the pace of work.
“As you can see, we have covered about five kilometres at the binder level, and the wearing course will follow. We want to thank my principal, Senator Okpebholo, because contractors are not being owed. This is why you can see them actively on site delivering the work.”
During the tour in Edo North, she inspected palliative works on failed sections of the Auchi–Igarra–Aiyetoro–Unemu–Nekhua–Aiyegunle–Ekpesa–Ibillo–Ekor road in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area.
“I am very sure that within this timeframe, His Excellency will deliver major roads across Edo North, Central and South. I urge Edo people to be patient. We are addressing road deficiencies, and by God’s grace, we will achieve significant milestones in the coming months.”
Other projects visited during the inspection include Irrua–Illeh–Usenu–Ukhun Road, Irrua–Akho–Illeh–Ukhun Road, Ewatto–Udo Road, Idumu Iyasele Road, Ideselu–Ewatto Road, and Ohe–Ozea Road.
