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Tinubu Uplifts Ekiti With Road Projects, 29 Years After

BY CHIKA OKEKE, Abuja

L:R: Governor of Ekiti State, Hon. Abiodun Oyebanji discussing strategic road development with the Minister of Works, David Nweze Umahi when Oyebanji visited the Ministry’s Headquarters in Abuja on Thursday.

President Bola Tinubu has uplifted Ekiti with massive road projects, as against the promises made by the previous administrations, 29 years after the creation of the State.

Sited at strategic locations, the people of Ekiti now have a renewed sense of belonging as a result of the numerous interventions by the Federal Government in roads and other critical sectors.

Governor of Ekiti State, Hon. Abiodun Oyebanji stated this during a courtesy visit to the Minister of Works, David Nweze Umahi at the Ministry’s Headquarters in Abuja, to discuss strategic road development in the State.

Oyebanji described his visit to the Ministry as one laced with appreciation, just as he thanked President Tinubu and the Minister for their dedication in improving the nation's road landscape, as well as numerous road infrastructure interventions in Ekiti.   

He recalled that following his appeal to the President, through the Minister, approval was granted for the reconstruction of the Ado–Iyin–Aramoko road, a project that had remained uncompleted for several years despite repeated promises by successive administrations.

Oyebanji noted that contractors were mobilised to the site within weeks of the approval, demonstrating the President's commitment to prompt project execution.

The Governor stated that the swift commencement of the project generated widespread appreciation among the people of Ekiti State and strengthened public confidence in the Federal Government's commitment to infrastructure development.

He also thanked President Tinubu for approving the construction of the Ado–Ijan–Ikole Road, describing it as another strategic route that will significantly improve transportation and economic activities within the State and beyond.

The Minister restated the Federal Government's commitment to equitable infrastructure development across Nigeria, adding that the Renewed Hope administration of President Tinubu is ensuring that no state is left behind in the delivery of road and bridge projects.

 He attributed the overwhelming support for the ruling party to the visible achievements of President Tinubu's administration, particularly in the area of infrastructure development.

Umahi hinted that the President has demonstrated fairness in the distribution of road projects across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, noting that communities which had previously gotten little or no Federal Government Road intervention, are now benefiting.

The Minister recalled that during his eight-year tenure as Governor of Ebonyi State, there were no significant Federal Road projects in the state, adding that similar situations existed in Ekiti and several other states.

He commended President Tinubu for changing the narrative through his inclusive approach to nationalist development.

Umahi assured the Governor that all subsisting contracts in Ekiti State would be executed strictly in accordance with engineering principles and measurements, emphasising that contractors were selected transparently, in line with the Public Procurement Act.

The Minister assured that the Ekiti State Government would be kept fully informed to enable effective monitoring of project implementation.

He reaffirmed the Ministry's commitment to delivering durable and high-quality road infrastructure that will enhance economic activities, improve connectivity, and support the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu.

The meeting underscored the strong collaboration between the Federal Government and Ekiti State Government in advancing infrastructure development for the benefit of citizens and national economic growth.

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