- Governor Monday Okpebholo launched the 4.7km Utteh Palace Road construction in Benin, fulfilling a key campaign promise
- The Utteh Palace Road aims to connect Ikpoba-Okha and Uhunmwonde LGAs
- Residents of Utteh, led by Secretary Lucky Asemota, expressed gratitude to Governor Okpebholo for addressing the long-standing road issue, ensuring benefits for local residents and businesses
Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, officially launched the construction of the 4.7km Utteh Palace Road in Benin on Monday, December 9, evening, fulfilling a key campaign promise to the residents of the area.
The road project, located in the Edo South Senatorial District, aims to enhance infrastructure and improve accessibility within the region.
Governor Okpebholo expressed his commitment to the “Renewed Hope” agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, highlighting the significance of the road in connecting Ikpoba-Okha and Uhunmwonde Local Government Areas.
He emphasised that the road would not only improve accessibility but also stimulate economic activities and boost the local community's growth.
“I was here about three months ago during my campaigns. At that time, the road was in a deplorable state, and I promised the community that when we came into government, we would fix it. Today, I am here to fulfill that promise,” Okpebholo stated during the flag-off ceremony.
He reiterated his administration's dedication to prioritising road construction and other developmental projects across the state.
The governor further aligned the project with President Tinubu’s developmental vision, stressing that delivering such initiatives is a reflection of the "Renewed Hope" agenda.
The contractor for the project, Risen Fan, assured that the work would be completed on time and to the highest standards.
He also emphasised the project's potential to foster growth in sectors such as agriculture, ICT, education, and healthcare.
Lucky Asemota, the Secretary of the Utteh community, expressed gratitude to Governor Okpebholo for addressing the long-standing infrastructure challenge.
“We are happy that the Governor remembered us and has kept his campaign promise. This road will greatly benefit our residents and businesses,” Asemota added.
Monday Okpebholo sworn in as Edo governor as Obaseki’s 8-year tenure ends
Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reported that Monday Okpebholo was sworn in as the governor of Edo State, having won against Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the September gubernatorial election.
The event occurred on Tuesday, November 12, at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, the state capital, two months following the All Progressives Congress (APC)'s victory.
