Thousands of residents across more than 20 communities in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State have hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the recent award of the long-overdue reconstruction of the Atan-Alapoti-Ado-Odo-Ikoga Road.
The 16-kilometre stretch, which has suffered neglect for over three decades, is now set to undergo a complete overhaul at a cost of N37 billion.
The road project, approved by the Federal Executive Council as part of a nationwide infrastructure package worth N1.8 trillion, will bring much-needed relief to communities that have been reeling under the weight of poor road conditions and economic stagnation.
The project falls within the Ogun West Senatorial District and is seen as a lifeline for agricultural and commercial activities in the region.
Residents expressed particular appreciation to the Minister of Works, David Umahi, and the Personal Assistant on Special Duties to the President, Alhaji Kamorudeen Yusuf, who is widely credited for facilitating the project. Community leaders say Yusuf played a pivotal role in drawing the attention of the presidency to the plight of the area.
“The road had become a symbol of government abandonment.
“But today, we are filled with hope. We didn’t expect such swift action from President Tinubu’s administration. Alhaji Kamor Yusuf assured us he would do something, and he delivered,” said Chief Hunsu, a community leader from Ikoga.
Spanning communities such as Atan, Alapoti, Ado-Odo, Ikoga, Ajegunle, Onisaba, and Ayede, the road links dozens of agrarian and semi-urban settlements that have long suffered due to impassable terrain. For years, bad road conditions have stifled transportation, discouraged investment, and severely hampered agricultural distribution.
According to local trader Iya Ola, the bad road has long crippled commerce in the area. “It used to take hours to transport food items and goods,” she lamented. “Sometimes, we lose perishables before getting to the market. This project is a dream come true.”
Another resident, Mr. Adebayo from Alapoti, shared similar sentiments. “I’ve lived here for 47 years. This road was once a smooth 20-minute drive between Atan and Alapoti.
“Now, we spend hours navigating craters and mud. The suffering has been unimaginable. This development changes everything.”
Community stakeholders also noted that the deteriorated road discouraged major investors, despite the economic potential of the area.
With the reconstruction now imminent, many believe that private sector confidence will return, opening up new economic opportunities and improving the quality of life.
The road is not only vital for agriculture but also serves as a crucial link for schools, hospitals, and markets in the region.
Its reconstruction is expected to drastically reduce travel time, ease transportation costs, and promote inter-community commerce.
While applauding the federal government, community members also called for transparency and speed in executing the project, urging contractors to deliver quality work that will stand the test of time.
“This is not just a road,” said a youth leader from Olorunleke. “It’s the heartbeat of our community. For the first time in a long time, we feel seen and heard,” he added.
With construction expected to begin soon, the people of Ogun West are looking ahead with cautious optimism, hopeful that a new chapter of growth and connectivity has finally arrived.
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