By Jimitota Onoyume
Governor of Delta state, Sheriff Oborevwori yesterday flagged off reconstruction of the bad portion of the Warri -Sapele road between the Effurun roundabout and Mecca bridge to be handled by the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation – CCECC
The governor noted that though it’s a federal government road but the state had to take up the responsibility to fix the bad portion because Deltans travel on it the same way travellers from other parts of the country do.
He expressed hope that when the reconstruction work is completed motorists and travellers will be relaxed when they travel through the area,
“Criminal elements often exploit bad roads to commit crimes. Once completed, this highway will make movement safer and give security agencies better access to patrol and respond swiftly to incidents”, he said.
The governor said the reconstruction work to be handled by the CECC will be supervised by the federal Ministry of Works , adding that the project ” covers a dual carriageway with reinforced concrete pavement, expanded shoulders, and extensive stormwater drainage systems — all designed to provide durability and ensure the safety of road users.”.
“This development clearly shows that great progress happens when the Federal and State Governments work together for the people’s benefit. Our partnership on this and other key projects demonstrates our shared commitment to improving the lives of Nigerians. Although this road is a federal route, the users are Deltans and Nigerians, and their safety and comfort are what matters most to us “, he said.
The governor also acceded to some request from the monarch of Uvwie kingdom, saying his government will fix some internal roads and also give attention to the Mother and Child hospital in Uvwie local government area.
“I have also listened carefully to the requests from the people of Uvwie Kingdom and surrounding communities. Some of those needs will be addressed as part of our ongoing projects, including the Mother and Child Hospital and other local road networks.”, he said.
Earlier his Commissioner for Works (Highways) Comrade Reuben Izeze said the road ” is a 10-kilometre dual carriageway project, with five kilometres on each lane. Unlike many other road projects, this one has several unique technical features. Each lane will have a carriage width of 8.8 metres, designed for durability and improved traffic flow”.
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