The Oyo State government has provided further insight regarding the recently awarded Phase 2 junction improvements contract in the state capital.
A statement by the Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr Wasiu Olatubosun, on Friday, indicated that the project affects three junctions: Agodi Gate, Idi Ape Civic Centre, and University of Ibadan Junctions.
Olatunbosun hinted that Phase 1 of the project covered Challenge and Felele Junctions in Ibadan.
Olatubosun said that the junction improvements contract awarded to Messrs Planet Projects Limited would be completed in 9 months.
Clarifying the improvement works to be carried out, to the tune of N10.3 billion, are not just for traffic lights, Olatunbosun
said that the clarification was necessary to carry along the good people of Oyo State, as is the practice of the present administration.
He said, “You know that Governor Seyi Makinde is all about honesty and transparency in all activities.”
Pointing to similar projects that have been carried out at Challenge and Felele Junctions, he said that the improvement works at Agodi Gate, Idi Ape Civic Centre, and University of Ibadan Junctions would include demolition; alignment and reconfiguration of road geometry; road architecture, kerbs, lane demarcation; traffic signals; traffic signs; wire mesh to cordon-off areas; road/lane markings; pedestrian walkway; drainage; and landscaping/horticulture.
He added that the project, which would feature 9 junctions and 69 lane interactions, would include bus shelters and lay-bys for taxis and motorcycles.
He added, “The economic impact of road construction and improvements are significant as they have a multiplier effect of creating wealth that can easily be applied to other projects.”
