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Edo State road infrastructure development

Overview

Infrastructure development in Edo State has seen commitments from both legislative and executive officials regarding road repairs and construction.

Senator Joseph Igiagbe Ikpea pledged to address the dilapidated road network connecting the Ewatto and Ewohimi communities in Esanland. While facing social media criticism regarding road conditions, the senator stated that interim palliative measures are being provided and that budget modalities are in place.

Following this, Governor Monday Okpebholo committed to providing steady funding for various road projects across the state to ensure progress before the end of the year. During an inspection of the Arue-Uromi-Agbor road, the governor noted that while the rainy season has impacted certain activities, focus remains on drainage systems. Additionally, contractors reported that the Irrua-Uromi bypass road is being designed with features such as street lighting and central concrete barriers.

Entities

Edo State · Setraco Nigeria Ltd. · Esanland · Ewatto community · Monday Okpebholo

Timeline

  1. 19 days ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Edo State Governor Okpebholo pledges steady funding for road projects

    Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has assured contractors of continued funding for road projects to ensure progress before Christmas, despite construction challenges caused by the rainy season.

  2. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Senator Joseph Igiagbe Ikpea pledges road repairs for Ewatto and Ewohimi communities

    Senator Joseph Igiagbe Ikpea promises to fix roads between Ewatto and Ewohimi in Edo State, citing existing plans and past community support, while dismissing social‑media criticism.

Sources

nationalambassadorngr.com · newtelegraphng.com · nigerianobservernews.com · portharcourtblog.com · punchng.com · tribuneonlineng.com