The Delta State government has announced plans to ease traffic congestion along the Effurun–Sapele section of the Warri–Sapele–Benin Highway, following growing complaints from motorists and residents affected by the ongoing road reconstruction.
Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Reuben Izeze, disclosed this during an inspection tour of the project site.
The visit covered the stretch from Effurun Roundabout through Mercy Land to Ohore Junction, where the commissioner assessed critical sections of the road and met with contractors to discuss immediate, and temporary solutions.
Izeze said the intervention was in line with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s directive to reduce the hardship faced by road users while the reconstruction work continues.
“This administration, under Governor Oborevwori, is determined to address the pains of our people promptly.
“Even as we work toward a permanent fix, we’re taking immediate steps to make the road motorable again,” he said.
The commissioner explained that the rehabilitation work aligns with the vision of the Oborevwori administration.
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The commissioner added that the 10-kilometre project, spanning five kilometres on each lane, features an 8.8-metre-wide carriageway, an upgrade from the standard 7.3 metres.
He noted that the project is expected to be completed within 12 months, stating that “when completed, this will be another landmark achievement for the state, enhancing trade, transportation, and community life.”
Gov. Oborevwori had on October 14, 2025, flagged off the reconstruction of the highway, which residents have long described as a nightmare due to its deplorable condition.
The commissioner’s visit comes as a relief to commuters, signaling the government’s responsiveness to public concerns.
The Ministry of Works has also pledged to monitor the situation closely to ensure that the temporary measures ease congestion while full reconstruction work continues.
