JUST IN: ONDO APPROVES 2.38KM AKURE FLYOVER, MAJOR ROAD PROJECTS, RUGIPO UPGRADE

ONDO APPROVES 2.38KM AKURE FLYOVER, MAJOR ROAD PROJECTS, RUGIPO UPGRADE


By Opima RealNews

The Ondo State Executive Council (EXCO) has approved the construction of a 2.38-kilometre flyover bridge in Akure alongside several road, education, healthcare and water infrastructure projects across the state.

The approvals were among the major decisions reached during the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa on Tuesday.

Speaking after the meeting, the Commissioner for Infrastructure, Lands and Housing, Engr. Abiola Olawoye, said traffic studies conducted by the government identified the Alagbaka–Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) corridor as one of the busiest and most congested routes in the state capital, making the construction of a flyover necessary.

According to him, the flyover will be located along Oba Adesida Road and will stretch from Adegbola Junction to the St. Mattias/NNPC Filling Station area in Alagbaka. He explained that the project is expected to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion and enhance transportation within Akure. He added that contractors would commence preliminary surveys and technical assessments ahead of construction.

Beyond the flyover project, the council approved a number of road construction and rehabilitation projects across different parts of Ondo State. These include the canalisation of a 40-kilometre main canal from Ugbonla to Awoye with a spur to Idi Ogba in Ilaje Local Government Area, construction of concrete walkways in Obenla and Idiogba communities, Zion Pepe–Agerige Township Road, Bayo Phillips Road, Araromi Seaside Road and selected roads in Igboegunrin Town.

Other approved projects include the Irele–Sabomi–Igbotu Road, Agadagba–Ile Ikiri–Igaligbo Road, Okumo–Igodan Lisa Road, access and internal roads at the Ondo State University of Medical Sciences, as well as selected roads in Akure, Owo, Ondo East, Ondo West, Akure North, Ifedore, Idanre, Odigbo and Ile-Oluji/Oke-Igbo Local Government Areas.

The council also approved the rehabilitation and asphalt overlay of the Ayedun–Akure/Owo Expressway, construction of the Oba–Ikun–Afo–Idoani Road, Imo Arigidi–Agbaluku Road and the rehabilitation of the Arigidi–Oke Agbe Road.

In the education sector, EXCO approved the upgrade of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo (RUGIPO), to the University of Agricultural Science and Technology, Owo. The Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Igbekele Ajibefun, said the decision was influenced by the increasing demand for university education in the state. He noted that the institution would operate eight faculties covering agriculture, science, technology and engineering, while focusing on practical learning, innovation and global competitiveness.

The council also approved the procurement of advanced radiodiagnostic and specialised equipment for the University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital (UNIMEDTH), Ondo. Commissioner for Health, Dr. Banji Awolowo-Ajaka, said the equipment includes MRI machines, CT scan systems, ultrasound machines, mammography equipment for breast cancer screening, digital X-ray machines, 4D ultrasound systems, as well as specialised theatre, ENT and ophthalmology equipment. He stated that the investment would strengthen healthcare delivery and improve medical training in the state.

As part of efforts to improve water supply, the Executive Council approved counterpart funding for the ongoing rehabilitation of the multipurpose Owena Dam. The Commissioner for Water Resources, Public Hygiene and Sanitation, Elder Ayodele Akande, said the project is currently about 40 per cent completed and is expected to significantly improve potable water supply to Akure and neighbouring communities. He added that the rehabilitation project is receiving support from development partners, including the World Bank, African Development Bank and the French Development Bank, and would help expand access to clean water, improve sanitation and reduce waterborne diseases.

The council further approved the appointment of Oba Samuel Odimayo as the new Olofun of Irele in Irele Local Government Area. According to the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Amidu Takuro, the approval followed requests from stakeholders and residents seeking the installation of a traditional ruler for the community. He expressed confidence that the appointment would strengthen traditional leadership and promote peace, unity and development in the area.

The approvals are expected to support infrastructure expansion, improve public services and drive socio-economic development across Ondo State.

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