Ambode commissions Aboru-Abesan link bridge, adjoining roads

Lagos state governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, on Wednesday, commissioned the Aboru-Abesan link Bridge and some adjoining roads in Alimosho local government area of the state.

Speaking before a mammoth crowd, which trooped out to witness the event, the governor said he was happy that the event was a fulfilment of the promise he made to the people a year ago.

“Today is a historic day in the life of the people of Alimosho and Lagos state. Exactly a year ago, in March 2016, I visited this axis. I emotionally bled when I saw the condition of this place. I received reports of series of deaths and fatal accidents caused by the presence of this valley.

“I immediately gave my commitment that our government would do something about that situation. One year after, we are here to keep our promise to the good people of Aboru, Abesan and other communities and reaffirm our commitment that no community or area will be left behind. Every Lagosian counts. We are a government of inclusion,” he said.

A 480 metres bridge linking Aboru to Abesan, both in the Agbado Oke-Odo Local Council of Alimosho Local Government Area was commissioned. He said the bridge will significantly ease the burden of travel between these two communities by reducing travel time and eliminating the risks associated with its non-existence.

Governor Ambode also commissioned some newly constructed additional adjoining inner roads, which, according to him, would create an efficient road network to aid connectivity permanently.

“The roads include; Church Street, Giwa Street, Victor Fagbemi Road, Ogunfayo Road, Ogundare Street and Salami Kazeem.

“All totalling 5.5km with drainage, walkways and street lights.
This road network eases the pressure on the Abeokuta Expressway and links residents with Iyana Ipaja, LASU – Iba Expressway,” he said.

He said the projects were an indication that his government listens and responds to the needs of the people. The governor said he would continue to deliver first class infrastructure to improve the lives of Lagosians, boost the economy and create jobs for youths.

He said he was very grateful to the contractor, Engr. Olalekan Adebiyi, who deemed it necessary to contribute to the healthcare of the community by donating a Primary Healthcare Centre to the Alimosho people.

“On our part, we have equipped the Health Centre and provided a brand-new ambulance which will be stationed at this centre to respond to any emergency in the community. A certificate will be issued to the donor to enable him offset his tax obligations. We hope this will encourage other well-meaning Lagosians to take up Corporate Social Responsibility activities within their communities,” he said.

He said he was elated that Lagos was celebrating her mentor and a visionary leader; one who he described as the brain behind the 21st century Lagos, the former governor of the state, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

“We have decided to honour him by commissioning the construction of a network of roads within the boundaries of Lagos and Ogun States.

“The following roads have been identified for immediate construction and rehabilitation in order to complete the new face of Alimosho constituency.

“Ikola Road with Odo Obasanjo Bridge – 6.4km (from Ipaja/Command to Ilo River); Ogunseye Road – 1.75km (from Ajasa/Command to Ikola Road); Oko Filling Road – 1.5km (from AIT to Ilo River); Osenatu Ilo road – 620m (from Ibari Road to Ilo River); Amikanle road – 3.1km (from AIT to Ogunseye Road); Aina Aladi road – 1.9km (from AIT to Ilo River) and Aiyetoro Road with a bridge – 1.4km (from New Market/Ishefun Road intersection to Ilo River). The Ilo River is the boundary of Lagos and Ogun State,” he said.

He used the opportunity to appeal for the cooperation of residents of the communities with the contractors so as to meet their deadlines.