Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has approved the reconstruction of the 14 kilometres Ijebu-Ode-Mojoda- Epe road with immediate effect.
The Hon. Commissioner, Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, Engr. Ade Akinsanya made this known on Friday in his office, at Oke Mosan, Abeokuta.
A release made available by the Press Officer, Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, Mr Femi Olayinka revealed that features of the linking road to Lagos when completed within 12 months, will have at least two and half lanes in each direction, lay byes and 14 box covert / bridges.
Other features include, refuge /breakdown lanes, drainages and street lights that will make it seamless to connect Lagos.
The reconstruction which is to be done through Public Private Partnership (PPP)will be tolled for motorists when completed while the proceed will be used for the maintenance.
He added that the reconstruction is of priority importance to the governor because the socio-economic benefits of the roads to both states cannot be over- emphasised, as travel hours will be significantly reduced, while the standard of living of people living and working along the corridor will be greatly improved
The Commissioner therefore, appealed to the motorists plying the road to be wary of overspeeding and be mindful of men and equipment on the construction site while the project lasts.
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