Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has on Tuesday flagged off the dualisation of Ereja Square through Brewery to Ilesa/Akure Expressway in the ancient town of Ilesa, Osun State.
The governor, while speaking during the ceremony in Ilesa, said the dualization of the road is divided into two sections which will commence simultaneously at a total cost of N16,570,862,248.07.
He said the project is expected to be completed in the next twelve months.
Adeleke noted that “the choice of the road was informed by a question of functionality will focus on easing the burden of motorists and facilitating trade between the Ilesa City Centre and outer areas.
“We have records of hardship and gridlock encountered by users of this road especially around Ereja Square. A dualised road across that route will open up Ilesa city centre, facilitate trade and ease movement of goods and people.
“And so today, we are flagging off the dualization of this road which by the grace of God shall be completed in 12 months. This road which is 6.2Km length with 9.0m width of each carriageway with a median installed with solar street lights, walkway and a boulevard at some section of the road shall bring out the glory of Ijesha land.
“The dualization of this road is divided into two sections which will commence simultaneously at a total cost of N16,570,862,248.07. After due compliance with procurement laws, section one of the project was awarded to Horizon Nigeria limited while the second section will be handled by Showie-tee Global Services Limited,” he said.
The Point observed that hundreds of houses would be demolished to pave way for the road dualisation.
However, Governor Adeleke promised to compensate those whose houses are affected in the project.
While calling for the understanding and cooperation of citizens, Adeleke said, “As the contractors commence work on site, I urge our people especially those around the construction area to fully collaborate and support the companies. While our government has handled all outstanding issues, we also task the companies not to neglect community relations. I expect a quality job and in this respect, I call on the ministry of Works and Infrastructure to enforce the best standard in project management as well as monitoring and evaluation.
“I assure that all those whose houses are marked for demolition will duly be compensated.”
