The Olota Committee on the ECOWAS Road Project has submitted a detailed inspection report on the ongoing Sango-Ota to Idiroko Road Construction Project following a fact-finding visit on March 6, 2026.
The committee, led by traditional and community leaders, engaged directly with Engineer Tope Ojo, Project Supervisor of Laralec Nigeria Ltd, and inspected critical sections including Gangan Roundabout, Iyana-Ota, Access College axis, Baby ‘O’, Oju-Oore, Oyede Community, Iyana Ilogbo and Iyana Papa.
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The committee observed that the current box culvert design diverts stormwater toward residential areas, posing serious risks of property damage during heavy rainfall. Engineer Ojo stated any modification requires approval from the Federal Ministry of Works.
Animishaun Axis A 1.5 km stretch lacks drainage gutters. The Project Supervisor explained that gutters in this section are outside the approved contract specification. Concerns were raised about inferior materials used for gutters around Bibio toward Ojugbele Hospital. Community members alleged they were asked to pay between ₦300,000 and more before culverts could be covered. There were also reports of workers illegally selling project materials. Engineer Ojo assured that investigations would be conducted and culpable staff prosecuted.
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The committee recommended larger, more durable box culverts at Oju-Ore to handle high stormwater volumes. At Iyana Papa, clearing and opening drainage channels was suggested to reduce pressure on existing culverts.
The committee requested proper reshaping and grading of gutters and road alignment linking Oyede Street ahead of the rainy season. Engineer Tope Ojo acknowledged most complaints and promised internal investigations into extortion and material quality issues. He explained that major design changes require Federal Ministry of Works approval and that some features (e.g., gutters in certain areas) are not part of the current contract scope.
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Immediate review of flood-prone culverts at Gangan Iyana-Ota and Oju-Ore to prevent future flooding. Grading of alternative routes to reduce pressure on the main construction corridor and Regular wetting of graded roads to minimize dust hazards for commuters.
Consideration of additional gutters along Access College – Animishaun axis. Independent investigation into extortion and illegal sale of materials. Strict quality assurance monitoring for construction materials. Strengthening drainage infrastructure at Oju-Ore and Iyana Papa and Improved, regular community engagement by the contractor and authorities.
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Committee Members Include Chief Rafiu Bakare (Akeweje of Ota), Prince Adefolarin Adeniyi Ojugbele (President, Ota Youth Assembly), Hon. Monsuru Erubami, Mr Lawal Lamidi A. (Chief of Staff, Iganmode Afeleja Foundation), Akeweje of Ilogbo Ota, Prince Mutiullah Abolade Ojugbele (President, Iganmode Afeleja Foundation), Engr. Monsuru Adeseye, Chief Wale Anjorin (Supervisor for Works, Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government) and Mr. Taiwo Babalase (Otun Youth Chairman).
The committee urged the Federal Ministry of Works, Laralec Nigeria Ltd and relevant stakeholders to address the observations promptly to ensure the project delivers maximum benefit without causing avoidable environmental or infrastructural damage.
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