Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is set to inaugurate two major road projects on Wednesday.
This is part of efforts to boost connectivity, ease traffic congestion and boost economic activities in the state.
The roads affected are the Abaranje in Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area (LCDA) and Babajide Sanwo-Olu (formerly Old Dopemu) in Agege Local Government Area.
Speaking via a press statement, the State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga Omotoso, revealed that the projects prove the government’s readiness to provide infrastructure that supports inclusive economic growth and improve residents’ quality of life.
According to him, the completion of the roads aligns with Lagos State’s strategic efforts to build sustainable communities and reduce traffic congestion.
“In the past few months, Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has handed over 36 roads and five bridges to Lagosians,” he wrote.
He further noted that the Babajide Sanwo-Olu Road was reconstructed through the Lagos State Public Works Corporation, and it will serve as a strategic bypass that cuts across the administrative boundaries of specific areas in the state.
He concluded by saying that the Abaranje Road in Igando-Ikotun LCDA was rebuilt to improve accessibility in one of the biggest settlements within the Alimosho axis.
“The road serves as a strategic bypass that cuts across the administrative boundaries of Agege and Alimosho LGAs, linking Akowonjo Road, Old Ipaja Road and Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway.
The delivery of these projects has significantly improved road connectivity, eased traffic flow, reduced travel time and eliminated perennial flooding.
Also, we have enhanced intermodal transportation and positively impacted the socio-economic wellbeing of residents,” he added.
