The federal government, through the Federal Ministry of Works, has terminated the 98km Oyo-Ogbomoso road contract awarded to RCC Construction Company.
FG said that the project was long overdue.
Speaking at the Oyo Federal Roads Stakeholders’ Engagement in Ibadan, themed: “Enhancing Federal Roads in Oyo State: Challenges and Sustainable Solutions”, Minister for Works, Dave Umahi assured the public that the project would soon be re-awarded to another contractor.
The event had the attendance of the Chairman, House Committee on Works, Hon. Akin Alabi, Chairman, House Committee on Federal Road Maintainance Agency (FERMA), Aderemi Oseni, Hon. Olamijuwonlo Alao-Akala, state lawmakers, representative of Olubadan, Chief Lekan Alabi, and Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) among others.
Recall that failure to complete the road on time has hindered economic growth not only in the area but across Oyo State as a whole.
In his remark, Alabi said as the Chairman of the House Committee on Works and the representative of Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency, he understands the significant role that good road infrastructure plays in the economic and social development of Oyo state.
According to him, roads are the lifelines of commerce, trade, and daily life, saying the condition of federal roads in Oyo state remains a pressing concern that requires immediate and collective action.
He stated that the gathering was not just about highlighting challenges but proffering solutions.
He said, “It is about bringing together the voices that matter like government officials, engineers, transporters, business owners, and the everyday road users, to discuss, deliberate, and chart a clear course toward improving our road network.
He, however, urged all Nigerians particularly people in the state to collaborate towards a sustainable framework that will ensure all Federal roads in Oyo are safe, durable, and efficient for all users.
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