Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, is scheduled to commission the completed Phase One of the Oko-Amakom/Oko-Obiokpu Road on Friday. The project also includes an access road that connects the corridor to the Second Niger Bridge Service Road in Oshimili South Local Government Area.
The road project, which stretches roughly 4.7 kilometres, features several adjoining routes that link communities within the Oko axis. It is being implemented by the Delta State Ministry of Works, Highways and Urban Roads.
The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, revealed this on Wednesday during an inspection of the site ahead of the governor’s visit and the official inauguration.
Aniagwu explained that the project aims to improve movement between Oko communities, particularly Oko-Amakom and Oko-Anala, while also strengthening access to the Second Niger Bridge corridor.
He stated that the first phase of construction covers about 4.7 kilometres and confirmed that work on the second phase is already underway.
According to him, the upcoming commissioning highlights Governor Oborevwori’s dedication to governance and project delivery, even amid ongoing political activities in the state. He emphasized that the governor intends to continue delivering development projects across the state until the end of his tenure.
Aniagwu also noted that the road had to be elevated because of the area’s waterlogged terrain and frequent flooding. To ensure durability, unsuitable soil was removed and replaced with large quantities of sharp sand before the road foundation was laid.
The project is being handled by Setraco Nigeria Limited, a construction company known for executing major infrastructure projects across Nigeria.
Speaking further, Aniagwu mentioned that Amaechi Agusi Street, Asaba and other nearby roads scheduled for commissioning on the same day were constructed by the Capital Territory Development Agency.
He explained that those roads were built with drainage systems on both sides to effectively channel floodwater into the main drainage along the Asaba–Benin Expressway. The contractor has also been instructed to immediately clear and desilt the drains along the route ahead of the commissioning ceremony.
Aniagwu said the new road network is expected to boost economic activities by improving access between communities and commercial hubs. He added that farmlands in the area are already becoming attractive for residential development due to the improved accessibility.
Furthermore, he noted that the corridor could eventually serve as an alternative route connecting parts of Delta State, extending toward Ndokwa East and Patani, which would help shorten travel time for commuters.
Beyond easing transportation, the road will also allow farmers in nearby communities to move their produce more easily to local markets.
The commissioning forms part of the Oborevwori administration’s broader plan to strengthen infrastructure and improve connectivity across communities in Delta State.Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, is scheduled to commission the completed Phase One of the Oko-Amakom/Oko-Obiokpu Road on Friday. The project also includes an access road that connects the corridor to the Second Niger Bridge Service Road in Oshimili South Local Government Area.
The road project, which stretches roughly 4.7 kilometres, features several adjoining routes that link communities within the Oko axis. It is being implemented by the Delta State Ministry of Works, Highways and Urban Roads.
The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, revealed this on Wednesday during an inspection of the site ahead of the governor’s visit and the official inauguration.
Aniagwu explained that the project aims to improve movement between Oko communities, particularly Oko-Amakom and Oko-Anala, while also strengthening access to the Second Niger Bridge corridor.
He stated that the first phase of construction covers about 4.7 kilometres and confirmed that work on the second phase is already underway.
According to him, the upcoming commissioning highlights Governor Oborevwori’s dedication to governance and project delivery, even amid ongoing political activities in the state. He emphasized that the governor intends to continue delivering development projects across the state until the end of his tenure.
Aniagwu also noted that the road had to be elevated because of the area’s waterlogged terrain and frequent flooding. To ensure durability, unsuitable soil was removed and replaced with large quantities of sharp sand before the road foundation was laid.
The project is being handled by Setraco Nigeria Limited, a construction company known for executing major infrastructure projects across Nigeria.
Speaking further, Aniagwu mentioned that Amaechi Agusi Street, Asaba and other nearby roads scheduled for commissioning on the same day were constructed by the Capital Territory Development Agency.
He explained that those roads were built with drainage systems on both sides to effectively channel floodwater into the main drainage along the Asaba–Benin Expressway. The contractor has also been instructed to immediately clear and desilt the drains along the route ahead of the commissioning ceremony.
Aniagwu said the new road network is expected to boost economic activities by improving access between communities and commercial hubs. He added that farmlands in the area are already becoming attractive for residential development due to the improved accessibility.
Furthermore, he noted that the corridor could eventually serve as an alternative route connecting parts of Delta State, extending toward Ndokwa East and Patani, which would help shorten travel time for commuters.
Beyond easing transportation, the road will also allow farmers in nearby communities to move their produce more easily to local markets.
The commissioning forms part of the Oborevwori administration’s broader plan to strengthen infrastructure and improve connectivity across communities in Delta State.
