Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to advancing federal infrastructure projects within the state, emphasizing their pivotal role in stimulating economic growth. This commitment was underscored during the recent visit of the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, who engaged in a second interactive session concerning the 71-kilometer segment of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway traversing Ondo State.
Governor Aiyedatiwa expressed gratitude towards President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for amplifying federal infrastructural developments in Ondo State. Notable projects include the ongoing dualization of the Ore-Ondo-Akure road, the establishment of a federal teaching hospital, and the inauguration of a new aviation school. He remarked, “We have not had it so good in recent times with federal projects in our state.”
Highlighting the economic significance of these initiatives, Governor Aiyedatiwa noted that the completion of projects such as the Akure-Ore Dual Carriageway, the Akure-Ado Ekiti Dual Carriageway, and the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is essential for bolstering economic activities in both the state and the broader South-West region. He also appealed for additional federal support for critical undertakings like the Ondo Deep Sea Port and measures to address the Ayetoro sea incursion.
Assuring the Minister of Works of the state’s unwavering support, Governor Aiyedatiwa pledged to provide an enabling environment to ensure the successful execution of these projects. He stated, “We are resolute in our commitment to ensuring that these projects are completed for the benefit of our people.”
In response, Minister Umahi provided updates on the preparations for the execution of the 71-kilometer alignment of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway within Ondo State. He lauded the state government and its citizens for their support and assured that all necessary steps towards the project’s execution have been undertaken. The Minister also committed to addressing other critical infrastructure needs in the state, including the Aiyetoro shoreline protection project.
This collaborative effort between the federal and state governments underscores a shared commitment to infrastructural development, aiming to enhance economic prosperity and improve the quality of life for the residents of Ondo State.
