Osun Govt: Ereja–Akure Road Still Ongoing, Dust Control Layer Was For Coronation

The Osun State Government has clarified the current status of the ongoing Ereja Square/Ilesa Roundabout to Ilesa/Akure Expressway project, stating that the road remains under construction and the asphalt laid on both ends is only the first layer.

In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, the state government explained that the initial layer was hurriedly done over a 4-kilometre stretch to reduce dust levels ahead of the coronation of the Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesaland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Clement Adesuyi Haastrup, scheduled for Friday, May 23, 2024.

“The public should note that the first layer on the two ends of the road, about 4km out of the 12km length of the road, was done to reduce the level of dust before and during the coronation ceremony,” the statement read.

The government assured residents that work will continue immediately after the coronation, including the completion of the first layer and addition of the second and third layers, alongside solar-powered streetlights.

Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration, the statement emphasized, remains committed to delivering quality infrastructure projects in line with global best practices.

“The Governor will never compromise on standards on any of its projects,” Alimi stated.

The Ereja–Akure road, a key access route in Osun East, has long been of strategic importance to Ijesa communities, and the ongoing project is expected to ease traffic flow and enhance connectivity once completed.
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