The Director General of the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency (DSCTDA), Chief Patrick Ukah, has expressed excitement over the recent approvals for road infrastructure projects in the state.
He described the development as a significant step toward enhancing urban mobility, improving connectivity, and boosting economic growth.
Chief Ukah emphasized the government’s commitment to transforming the capital territory through strategic infrastructure upgrades, assuring residents that the approved projects will bring lasting benefits to the region.
He stated this Thursday February 13, 2025, while addressing journalists after the State Executive Council meeting in Asaba, the State Capital.
The State Commissioner for Works (Rural and Riverine) and Public Information was accompanied by his counterparts, Mr. Reuben Izeze (Works: Highways and Urban Roads), Mr. Sonny Ekedayen (Economic Planning), Dr. Joseph Onojaeme (Health).
Otherwise were Prince Godwin Ejinyere (Director-General, Warri, Uvwie, and Environs), and Sir Festus Ahon (Chief Press Secretary to the Governor)—Chief Ukah stated that residents should be grateful to the administration of Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori.
Hear him: “I must tell you that the Capital Territory in this administration has received a lot of attention, especially in the area of road infrastructure.
“I am happy to report that the Umejei Road in Ibusa is being given a complete facelift, and the Okpanam Town Road, from the City Gate to the church and extending into Amaichai down to the Post Office, has also been approved for reconstruction.
“We are also making significant progress across BONSAC. A 2.6-kilometer road from the Road Safety office is being constructed into BONSAC, along with a network of roads that will connect to Achalla Ibusa Road.”
He explained that some projects were delayed due to upward reviews but revealed that approximately eight of these roads have now been approved, with contractors already mobilized to the sites.
“Before now, some of our projects were stalled due to upward reviews. However, in this administration, about eight of them have now been approved, and the contractors are returning to the sites.
“Four of these are major projects that many of us were concerned about due to delays. For instance, the one crossing Ogbogonogo Market has been approved, and Ojilison has also received approval. Once the official release is issued, you will see the full details of these roads.
“Most importantly, in line with the governor’s MORE agenda, the transformation of the capital city has officially begun. The entire capital territory is set to receive a facelift, and the development under the MORE agenda is being accelerated,” he added.
