Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has issued an apology to residents and motorists for the inconveniences caused by the ongoing construction of the Ramat Park flyover in the Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area.
The apology came during an unannounced inspection of the project site on Thursday, where the governor expressed satisfaction with the progress, noting that the flyover is approximately 90% complete.
“We are doing our best for the people of Edo,” Okpebholo stated. “The contractor is meeting our expectations in terms of quality and delivery. We will continue to ensure that every project executed meets the required standards.”
He acknowledged the temporary traffic challenges caused by the construction but commended residents for their patience and unwavering support. “In spite of the gridlock, the people of Edo have remained supportive. They are happy because they can see the impact of what we are doing. This is a project many have not seen before in the state.”
The governor anticipates full completion of the flyover within the next one to two months. He also expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for the federal government’s support of the state’s development initiatives.
“The resources we are deploying for this and other projects are made possible through that support. Edo is achieving a lot,” he added.
The governor’s visit was met with jubilation at Ikpoba Hill, as residents gathered to welcome him. Market women, traders, motorists, residents, and business owners cheered and sang in appreciation of the landmark infrastructure project, which is expected to ease traffic congestion along the busy axis. The atmosphere was described as carnival-like.
Residents voiced their support for the project. Josephine Isaac, a local trader, said the flyover would bring major relief to business owners and commuters in the area.
“We have not seen anything like this before. This administration has shown that the people are the priority. We appreciate the governor’s good work,” she stated.
Frank Ojekata, a commercial bus driver along the Ikpoba Hill route, echoed these sentiments, saying the project would permanently address the long-standing traffic congestion in the area. “With this flyover, the traffic problem we have suffered for years will be reduced. This is a legacy project,” Ojekata said.
