Delta State Government has intensified its infrastructure development drive with the completion of critical urban road networks in Asaba and the ongoing construction of strategic rural roads in Oko-Amakom and surrounding communities.
Speaking during an extensive inspection tour, Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, lauded Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his unwavering commitment to delivering quality infrastructure across the state.
He described the projects as a reflection of the administration’s resolve to fulfill its campaign promises to the people.In Asaba, Izeze inspected a newly completed network of roads spanning over 2.75 km, complete with an integrated drainage system connected to the city’s stormwater channel.
He revealed that the roads form part of a larger set of eight interlinked routes under the administration’s urban renewal initiative.
According to him, the area was once in a deplorable state, with residents living in poor conditions due to lack of accessible roads. “Before now, this place was practically uninhabitable like the third world before independence. But as you can see today, the roads are smooth, well-drained, and motorable,” he said.
Among the completed roads inspected were Onuorah Ifesinachi Street, Aaron Ndubusi Street, Chinedu Obodo Way, Senator Francis Nwajel Street, Jude Ugheni Street, Rock Valley Boulevard, Abigail Orugbo Street, Oke Oshogbor Street, Chinedu Obodo Extension, and Alika Blessing Street off Talita School Road. Also included were Kwakagbor Community Road and the accompanying discharge drains that crosses within the GSM Company, Asaba.
Izeze said the Ministry of Works conducted rigorous supervision during the construction phase to ensure contractors complied with specifications and expressed satisfaction with the quality of work, hinting that the roads would soon be inaugurated by Governor Oborevwori, either physically or virtually.
He also visited the ongoing construction of the Oko-Amakom/Oko-Obiokpu Road and the access road to the 2nd Niger Bridge Service Road in Oko, Oshimili South Local Government Area, where he noted that the project had reached 64.82 percent completion.
At the Kwakagbor Community Road and discharge drains, Izeze said, “We observed some anomalies, and we’ve asked our engineers to direct the contractor to correct them immediately. We will return unannounced to confirm that those issues have been resolved,” Izeze stated.
Highlighting the importance of rural connectivity, the commissioner stressed that the Oko-Amakom project is vital to the predominantly agrarian Oko communities. Surrounded by rice and other crop farms, the road is expected to ease transportation of produce to major markets in Onitsha and Oko.
“This project has been long overdue, it predates the creation of Delta State. But under Governor Oborevwori’s stewardship, it is now being brought to life. The governor is committed to completing all inherited projects, and that’s why many now refer to him as the ‘Promise Keeper,’” he added.
He urged contractors to align their work with global standards, including those outlined by the United Nations and the technical requirements set by the Ministry of Works, noting that such compliance would enhance timely delivery and bolster the administration’s credibility.
Comrade Izeze reaffirmed that the Oborevwori-led government is focused on delivering people-centered infrastructure that bridges the gap between urban and rural communities, improves living standards, and drives inclusive economic growth across Delta State.
South-South Area Manager of Setraco Nigeria Limited, Mr. Jay Jay, who spoke during the visit, assured that the Oko-Amakom/Oko-Obiokpu project would be completed within five weeks.
