The Senator representing Edo
South Senatorial District, Mr. Neda Imasuen has praised the Minister of Works,
Engr. David Umahi for the quality of work done so far on the dilapidated Benin
to Sapele road section in Edo State.
Senator Imasuen made the
remark after his unscheduled visit to the construction site to assess the
progress of the work done so far, we he expressed satisfaction.
“I am pleased to report that
the progress from Ologbo to Obayantor village is outstanding and unprecedented.
The thickness of the concrete, the 20 mm reinforced, vibrated concrete
foundation casting demonstrates durability that will stand the test of time.”
Imasuen remarked.
He added that: “On October 1st
2023, a tanker truck carrying a full load of petrol overturned in the Ologbo
community within Edo South Senatorial District, Edo State.
“In the ensuing rush to gather
the spilling fuel, a fire ignited, resulting in a massive inferno and tragic
loss of lives.
“The Senate addressed this
incident, along with the troubling loss of lives across the nation. Through a
resolution passed unanimously, the Senate condemned these occurrences and urged
the federal government to address the deplorable state of our nation’s roads.
“Subsequently, the Honorable
Minister of Works, HE David Umahi, was summoned to the Senate, where he pledged
to address the concerns raised. Following the incident, the minister conducted
an on-site assessment at Ologbo.”
Senator Imasuen explained to
Midwest Herald that he was informed by the site engineer of the construction
company, that “…the current project covers the stretch from Obayantor village
to Sapele, while another company will take over the section from Obayantor to
Benin City.”
Concluding, he praised the
Engr Umahi – “On behalf of myself and the good people of our Senatorial
District, I commend the Honorable Minister, Senator David Umahi, for a job well
done.”
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