By Ed Malik, A | ed@ddnewsonline.com | posted november 19th, 2024
The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, officially initiated the construction of the State’s first public flyover bridge at Ramat Park, Benin City, as part of his administration’s efforts to tackle traffic congestion and enhance transportation in the capital.
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At the ground-breaking ceremony, Governor Okpebholo highlighted that two additional flyovers are planned for Dawson Road Junction and the Sapele Road/Adesuwa Road Junction. These projects aim to boost the economic and social landscape of Benin City and Edo State as a whole.
The Ramat Park flyover is particularly significant as it serves as a critical gateway to Benin City and provides vital connections through the Benin-Auchi Expressway and Benin-Asaba Expressway.
This infrastructural initiative is expected to improve travel efficiency for motorists and commuters, further transforming the state’s connectivity and accessibility.
A press statement by the Governor’s chief press secretary announcing the launch on Tuesday , captured Governor Okpebolo’s vision of the initiative, thus: “I warmly welcome you to the Ground breaking and flag-off ceremony of the construction of the Ramat Park Flyover here in Benin city.
“We have gathered to witness the beginning of a very important project that will transform the economy and social fortunes of our capital city and indeed Edo state. Ramat Park is a gateway to Benin city and other parts of the country.
“Therefore, Ramat Park Fly-Over will provide a new lease of life for motorists in Benin City and communities along these two corridors; the Benin-Auchi Expressway and the Benin-Asaba Expressway.
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“During our campaigns a few months ago, I specifically promised to construct fly-overs to ease transportation and reduce the traffic gridlock in our city. Today, one week into my administration, we are here to fulfil that promise and deliver the dividends of democracy.
“This is the first flyover we are constructing and we are going to construct more. There will be one by Dawson Road junction and another one by Sapele Road/Adesuwa Road junction.
“Benin City was the first capital city of Africa when Europeans first came to the continent in the 14th century. So, we must give the city a befitting facelift to also encourage the development of tourism.
“Let me use this opportunity to appreciate the Speaker and other honourable members of the House of Assembly for their cooperation. To the contractor, CCECC Nigeria Limited, we look forward to seeing you work day and night to meet the 18-month completion period.
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“Let me assure Edo people that in the execution of this project, my administration will abide by all relevant laws.
“To our motorists here, please bear with us, as you also make some sacrifices by being patient with the contractors throughout the next 18 months.”
Daughter of a former Governor of Edo State, Amen Ogbemudia who is resident in the area, thanked the Governor for his visionary leadership which she said is fast bringing hope to Edo people.
She said Governor Okpebholo will perform well as the steps he has taken have shown that he means well for Edo people.
A youth of Oregbeni Community, the host Community, Emmanuel Aigbogun, appreciated the governor for this bold step, adding that he has written his name in gold through the construction of the bridge.
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“You made a promise, and you are here to fulfill that promise today by doing the ground-breaking and flag off of the Ramat Park flyover. We are behind you and will continue to support your administration,” he said.