Ayodele Olalere
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday opened network of roads in Somolu, Lagos Mainland and Kosofe local government areas, urging Lagosians to take ownership of public infrastructure
The roads opened were St. Finbarr’s College Road/Asani/Tijani Ashogbon/Jagunmolu/Shogbamu/Diya Streets.
The 4.7kilometers roads with an average width of 7.3 metres dual carriageway, connect renowned institutions like the University of Lagos, St. Finbarr’s College, CMS Grammar School and the Federal College of Education, Bariga Waterfront Jetty through the earlier completed Ilaje Road alongside a thriving network of small and medium enterprises, vibrant residential neighbourhoods and the iconic headquarters of Deeper Life Church, Gbagada.
Speaking during the formal commissioning of the project held at Ilaje Bus Stop in Bariga area of Lagos, Governor Sanwo-Olu said the roads projection was driven by his administration’s commitment to the Greater Lagos vision; a Lagos that functions optimally for the benefit of all its residents.
He further said Lagosians should expect an immediate scaling-up of the focus on infrastructure; the completion of existing projects and commencement of work on new ones. No part of the State will be left out; we will continue to ensure that this development is equitably distributed.”
Sanwo-Olu also urged the residents to take excellent care of the upgraded roads to ensure that they stand the test of time, and are not subjected to abuse and misuse.
“The longer our roads last, the more the resources we are able to free up to attend to other projects,” he said.
Also the Special Adviser to Governor Sanwo-Olu on Infrastructure, Olufemi Daramola, said the rehabilitation of the roads is expected to boost economic activities by increasing property values, supporting local businesses and improving access to educational institutions, commercial centers and residential neighbourhoods.
“The rehabilitation of these roads will bring a significant improvement to the community. As a major strategic arterial road, it will serve as a key alternative route for motorists, significantly reduce travel time and ease traffic congestion,” he said.