Governor Monday Okpebholo on Wednesday evening, undertook an unscheduled inspection of key infrastructure projects in Benin City, reaffirming his administration’s resolve to accelerate Edo State’s urban renewal agenda.
The Governor visited the ongoing Ramat Park Flyover before proceeding to a flood-ravaged community where residents turned out in large numbers to express appreciation for his swift intervention in resolving a decade-long erosion crisis.
At the Ramat Park Flyover construction site, Governor Okpebholo expressed satisfaction with both the pace and quality of work, noting that progress had surpassed initial projections. He emphasised that his administration remains firmly committed to delivering durable, people-centered infrastructure that enhances mobility, supports commerce, and reinforces public trust in government.
Project Manager, Mr. Lee Jianshou, briefed the Governor on the milestones already achieved, disclosing that major structural components had been completed.
“On the second span, we have finished about 14 spans of the beam-launching and the remaining ones will be concluded before Christmas. We are working tirelessly to complete this phase so we can move fully to the next. With His Excellency’s support, we are confident of delivering by April 2026, latest, May 2026,” he said.
The Commissioner for Works, Dr. Felix Akhabue, also commended the contractor for maintaining high standards while working ahead of schedule. He affirmed that engineers from the ministry were on-site daily to ensure strict compliance with specifications.
“We are satisfied with the quality and the speed of work. The project is solid, and supervision is constant. Everything indicates we will complete ahead of schedule,” he noted.
Governor Okpebholo reiterated that transparency, efficiency, and timely delivery remain central to his development approach. He stressed that every project undertaken by his administration is aimed at improving the lived experiences of Edo people.
“I am impressed with the pace of work. I didn’t expect this level of speed. From what I have seen today, I am confident they will deliver as agreed. My priority is for Edo people to see tangible results. I will continue to support this team to ensure we deliver this project for the benefit of everyone,” Governor Okpebholo assured.
The Governor later inspected the erosion-plagued community adjoining Ramat Park, where residents gathered in excitement to welcome him and commend the administration for finally addressing a problem that had made the area impassable for years.
The intervention, long overdue, has restored hope to the community and marked a major step toward ending perennial flooding in the area.
Project Manager, Mr. Lee Jianshou, explained that his team is constructing an extensive underground drainage system designed to channel stormwater from the Auchi–Benin Road corridor down to the waterside.
“After completing the drainage, we will asphalt the road to ease traffic around Ramat Park and permanently resolve the flooding challenges that have affected this area for years,” he stated.
Governor Okpebholo reaffirmed the objective of the intervention, stressing that it aims to restore safety, accessibility, and dignity to residents. “This project is designed to control the erosion that has been ravaging the Ramat Park axis.
“When it rains, this place becomes impassable. We are constructing underground drainage and will asphalt the road to make this area accessible for both residents and road users,” he said.
