By Abimbola Bamgbose
The governor of Ogun State has announced plans to extend the Blue Rail Line from Agbado in Lagos State to Kajola and the Red Line from Okokomaiko also in Lagos to Agbara in Ogun State to further improve the state’s transport network.
Prince Dapo Abiodun, who stated this during the inspection of ongoing road construction projects in Ogun East Senatorial District under the state’s Urban Regeneration Scheme also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustainable development of the state.
During the inspection, the governor highlighted the strides made by his administration in transforming the state’s infrastructure, noting that these efforts must be sustained.
He emphasized that Ogun State is positioning itself as an investment hub with the construction of a dry port, alongside the development of over 4,000 affordable housing units in key locations, including Abeokuta, Ilaro, Sagamu, Iperu, Ijebu-Ode, and Ota.
“We have built over 4,000 affordable houses, approaching 5,000, for medium and upper-income earners across the state. In Ilaro, residents are eagerly awaiting the commissioning of these houses. Similar projects are ongoing in Iperu, Sagamu, and two locations in Abeokuta,” Abiodun stated.
Reflecting on the state’s development, he expressed excitement over recent progress, including advancements at the Ogun State airport, where conveyor belts, metal detectors, and luggage scanners are now operational.
The governor disclosed that 11 economically significant roads have been identified for reconstruction across the state, ensuring fairness, equity, and inclusivity in project distribution.
He acknowledged, however, that while many roads require attention, no administration could rehabilitate all within an eight-year tenure.
At Ode-Remo, Governor Abiodun announced that the contract for the 12-kilometre Akaka-Ilara-Ilisan Road has been awarded, with work also set to commence soon on the Ode-Isara road.
During the inspection of the 15-kilometer Sagamu-Iperu-Ode-Sapaade road, he described it as a vital bypass to the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The project, divided into three phases, was upgraded to a dual carriageway due to the cooperation of residents who willingly relocated structures to accommodate the expansion.
Similarly, at the 14-kilometer Sagamu-Ayepe road in Sagamu Local Government Area, the governor assured residents that major roads with economic value in the region would be completed before the end of his administration.
Inspecting the Igbeba Junction-Yidi road, Governor Abiodun praised the quality of work, particularly the three-foot drainage system designed to prevent flooding during the rainy season.
He recalled the road’s poor condition before reconstruction, describing it as a “swimming pool,” and assured residents that state engineers have provided long-term solutions to the area’s persistent erosion issues.
Expressing gratitude to the people for their support, Governor Abiodun reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to key sectors, including education, agriculture, youth empowerment, job creation, and infrastructure development, to ensure a prosperous future for Ogun State.
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