Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu will today (Wednesday) inaugurate two major road projects as part of efforts to enhance connectivity, ease traffic congestion and boost economic activities.
The roads are Abaranje in Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area and Babajide Sanwo-Olu (formerly Old Dopemu) in Agege Local Government Area.
The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga Omotoso, who made this known in a statement yesterday, said the projects reflect government’s commitment to provide infrastructure which would support inclusive economic growth and improve residents quality of life.
“In the past few months, Governor Sanwo-Olu has handed over 36 roads and five bridges to Lagosians,” he said.
Omotoso said the completion of the roads is in line with the state’s strategic efforts to build sustainable communities and reduce traffic gridlock.
According to him, Babajide Sanwo-Olu Road was reconstructed through the Lagos State Public Works Corporation.
“The road serves as a strategic bypass that cuts across the administrative boundaries of Agege and Alimosho Local Government Areas, linking Akowonjo Road, Old Ipaja Road and Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway.
“Similarly, Abaranje Road in Igando-Ikotun LCDA was rebuilt to enhance accessibility in one of the largest settlements within Alimosho axis.
“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,” Omotoso said.
He affirmed that government had resolved to continually upgrade existing roads and construct new ones in fulfilment of Sanwo-Olu’s promise to the people of Lagos.
