The Delta State Executive Council has approved the sum of ₦99 billion for the construction of two strategic flyovers in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area and Ughelli, Ughelli North Local Government, reinforcing Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s commitment to enhancing road infrastructure and improving public safety across the state.
The approvals were disclosed during a press briefing held at Government House, Asaba, by the State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads), Mr. Charles Aniagwu, shortly after the Council meeting presided over by the Governor.
Aniagwu, flanked by Commissioners Sonny Ekedayen (Economic Planning), Reuben Izeze (Works – Highways and Urban Roads), Dr. Joseph Onojaeme (Health), Hon. Ebikeme Clark (Riverine Infrastructure), and the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon, stated that the flyovers form part of a broader ₦230 billion worth of projects approved across critical sectors including health, road infrastructure, energy, and riverine development.
He explained that the flyover at Uromi Junction in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, will cost ₦59.7 billion, while the second, to be constructed at Otovwodo Junction along the Ughelli/Patani section of the East-West Road in Ughelli, is valued at ₦39.3 billion.
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Providing technical details, Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, described the Agbor flyover as a vital intervention aimed at reducing frequent and fatal accidents involving night travelers. The new design includes two roundabouts and a 30-meter span beam—one of the longest in the country. Due to the specialized equipment required, Julius Berger, the contractor, will import machinery from Germany.
The Ughelli flyover is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion and enhance connectivity in Delta Central, serving thousands of commuters and commercial transporters daily.
The Council also revoked non-performing contracts and adopted the Delta State Electricity Policy, further aligning with the Oborevwori administration’s MORE Agenda to deliver meaningful development and equitable infrastructure across all parts of the state.