Residents, traders, transport operators, motorists and scout groups around the Ramat Park axis of Benin City have commended Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, over the near completion of the Ramat Park Flyover Bridge, describing the project as a major infrastructural milestone that will transform transportation and commercial activities within the state capital.
The commendations come as construction work on the flyover reaches an advanced stage ahead of its official opening for public use. The Ramat Park Flyover, one of the flagship projects of the Okpebholo administration, is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion and improve vehicular movement along the busy Ikpoba Hill–Ramat Park corridor.
Speaking during an excursion to the project site, Scout Leader Pastor William Iseghale said the flyover reflects purposeful leadership and strategic governance aimed at addressing long-standing transportation challenges in Edo State.
According to him, beyond improving traffic flow, the project will enhance road safety for motorists and pedestrians while giving Benin City a more modern outlook.
“This project represents more than physical infrastructure. It symbolises progress, urban renewal and responsive governance designed to improve the daily experiences of residents and commuters,” Iseghale stated.
Some scouts who visited the site also expressed appreciation to Governor Okpebholo, noting that the near-completed flyover gave many of them their first experience of standing on a flyover bridge, describing the moment as memorable and inspiring.
Traders operating around the Ramat Park corridor and adjoining markets equally applauded the pace and quality of work on the project. One of the traders, Blessing Bliss, acknowledged that although the construction initially caused temporary inconveniences, the long-term economic and commercial benefits would outweigh the early challenges.
Commercial drivers and transport operators described the flyover as a major relief from years of persistent traffic gridlock along the route, expressing optimism that the project would drastically reduce travel time and improve transportation efficiency within the metropolis.
Residents in the area also praised Governor Okpebholo for prioritising infrastructure development, noting that the project has already transformed the physical outlook of the environment and renewed public confidence in government-led urban renewal initiatives.
The Ramat Park Flyover, regarded as the first of its kind in Edo State, was conceived to address chronic traffic congestion at one of Benin City’s busiest intersections while also tackling flooding concerns through the provision of supporting drainage infrastructure.
