By: Oby Edward
The Association of Community Newspaper Publishers of Nigeria (ACNPN) has applauded Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for what it described as an unprecedented commitment to infrastructure development, particularly in the area of road expansion and flyover construction across the state.
Speaking at the flag-off ceremony of the Uromi Junction Flyover in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, the Delta State Chairman of ACNPN, Comrade Ike Philip Abiagom, said the governor’s development strides had redefined governance in the state, noting that the pace of project execution reflected uncommon dedication and discipline.
According to Abiagom, the Uromi Junction Flyover represents the fifth major flyover project initiated by the Oborevwori administration, following similar interventions at PTI Junction, DSC Roundabout, Enerhen Junction and Otovwodo Junction. He stated that the projects were deliberately designed to ease traffic bottlenecks, reduce road accidents and enhance urban mobility.
The ACNPN chairman observed that beyond flyovers, communities in Ika South and its environs have continued to benefit from other strategic infrastructure investments, including the construction and rehabilitation of key roads such as Mariere Road and Sunny Ogwu Road in Agbor.
He further disclosed that the area is currently witnessing the execution of a N15.4 billion drainage and road project covering 13.3 kilometres of concrete drains and five kilometres of road, aimed at tackling perennial flooding and erosion challenges.
Abiagom also revealed plans by the state government to commence the N12 billion, 15-kilometre Okpe–Abavo–Ekuku-Agbor Road project, describing it as a critical link that would enhance connectivity, open up rural communities and stimulate economic activities across Ika nation.
Commending the governor’s leadership style, ACNPN stated that Oborevwori’s administration has remained focused on people-oriented projects that promote safety, economic expansion and equitable development across Delta State, assuring that the governor’s vision for a modern and connected Delta remains firmly on course.