The Federal Government has awarded a contract for the reconstruction of the Ado-Ekiti-Iyin-Aramoko-Itawure Road, a major route linking Ekiti State to the Osun State border.
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Olatunbosun explained that the contract was awarded to Messrs CBC Global Civil and Building Construction Nigeria Limited, with a completion timeline of 24 months, starting from March 23, 2026.
Providing further details, he explained that the 56.18km road will begin from Fajuyi Park in Ado-Ekiti and will be constructed using reinforced concrete from the Police Headquarters in Ado-Ekiti all the way to the Osun State boundary.
According to him, the project has already moved beyond the planning stage as the site has been handed over to the contractor and construction work has commenced around the Erio-Ekiti axis, reflecting the Federal Government’s commitment to delivering the project on schedule.
Describing the development as a significant boost to the socio-economic growth of Ekiti State and the South West region as a whole, Olatunbosun noted that the road serves as a critical corridor connecting key parts of the country, adding that its reconstruction will greatly improve movement, ease transportation challenges, and open up more opportunities for trade and commerce.
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He said: “This project goes beyond road construction; it is about improving lives, strengthening economic ties, and enhancing regional integration.
“We sincerely appreciate the Federal Government for this intervention and assure the Federal Ministry of Works of our full support to ensure its successful completion.”
The commissioner further reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of Governor Biodun Oyebanji to initiatives that drive sustainable development and improve the well-being of the people.
He said the project is one of the gains of the governor’s frequent engagements and strategic visits to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and federal establishments in Abuja.
Olatunbosun commended Tinubu for fulfilling his campaign promises to the people of Ekiti State through impactful infrastructure development.
He appealed to residents, road users, and other stakeholders to cooperate with the contractor and relevant authorities, particularly in managing traffic and observing safety measures throughout the construction period.
