SANWO-OLU COMMISSIONS DUALISED ABARANJE ROAD IN ALIMOSHO, OPENS ANOTHER IN AGEGE | Prestige Real Estate News

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Alimosho, the nation’s largest voting constituency, erupted in a spontaneous fun-fair on Wednesday, as a large crowd of residents joined Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to inaugurate infrastructure projects in the densely populated Lagos suburb.

Sanwo-Olu commissioned the newly rehabilitated and upgraded 3.86km Abaranje Road in Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area (LCDA), bringing the much-anticipated traffic relief to commuters plying the axis.

The road construction, which lasted for about 20 months, was completed with reinforced concrete interlocks and properly designed drainage, eliminating erosion and flooding issues hitherto encountered by residents in rainy seasons.

Also in the Dopemu axis, Sanwo-Olu commissioned the newly reconstructed 1.8km Dopemu Road, now Babajide Sanwo-Olu Road in Agege Local Government Area, upgrading the carriageway to cater for increasing traffic.

The Governor, joined by his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, and members of the State’s cabinet, said the projects were “strategic” towards improving connectivity and transport infrastructure in Alimosho.

Prior to its comprehensive rehabilitation, Abaranje Road was in deplorable shape with narrow lanes that were riddled with failed sections, causing perennial hardship for road users. As the population grew, the road became increasingly difficult to navigate, becoming a death trap for vehicles.

Sanwo-Olu responded to the situation, upgrading Abaranje Road from a single lane to a dualised carriageway with solar-powered streetlights and pedestrian walkways.

The Governor said the completion of the project marked a new milestone in his administration’s traffic management efforts in Alimosho, stressing that his Government’s goal was to improve quality of life for residents and enable quick turnaround time for road users.

“The reconstruction of this famous Abaranje Road is a testament to our determination to bring relief to residents and road users on this axis. This project is more than a road expansion and reconstruction, it is a life-changing experience for our citizens living on this road. The means of livelihoods lost due to the deplorable condition of the road have now been restored.

“Alimosho has reaped a lot of democracy dividends from our Government. We have handed over strategic roads in this council to combat heavy traffic congestion. This is another critical intervention that is supporting our efforts towards tackling congestion. Aside from fostering connectivity, this infrastructure will galvanise the local economy and improve quality of life.”

In the course of road commissioning, Sanwo-Olu led members of the State’s cabinet to inspect the notorious Ikotun Roundabouts said to be responsible for significant traffic jams witnessed on the axis.

The Governor proposed construction of a flyover over the roundabouts as a solution to the gridlock that is daily experienced on the spot. He assessed the impact of the proposed solution on the livelihoods, vehicular movement and pedestrian safety.

Sanwo-Olu said: “Ikotun Roundabout is a critical intersection we are working on and it is part of the road projects we want to take on in Alimosho. There are traffic issues and street trading issues that are resulting in congestion in the area. The issues are complex but it is for us to move in and solve the problems. We have done extensive assessment of how best to proceed on the project.”

“I want to assure you that this is not going to be the last stop in Alimosho. Projects commissioning will be a continuous exercise for us in this area. As a Government, we are committed to ensuring that every part of the State is not left untouched. I want to emphasise that our vision is to leave behind a world class infrastructure that will last for decades.”

Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, Engr. Olufemi Daramola, said the upgraded roads would significantly ease traffic congestion, reduce travel time and provide a safer transit experience for residents and commuters.

He said the successful construction of the strategic roads further demonstrated the Sanwo-Olu administration’s commitment to bridging infrastructure gaps, easing mobility and improving the quality of life for Lagosians.

Speaking on behalf of his subjects, Onikotun of Ikotun, Oba Azeez Gbadabiu Asiwaju, thanked the Governor for listening to the residents’ demand for the rehabilitation of Abaranje Road, noting that the infrastructure would open more inaccessible communities within the area.