Oborevwori Flags Off ₦59.7bn Agbor/Uromi Junction Flyover …Assures Deltans Of Even Development And Safer Roads
DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has flagged off the construction of the ₦59.7 billion Agbor/Uromi Junction Flyover, marking a major step toward improving road safety, reducing accidents, and boosting economic growth in the state.
Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, the governor said the project was designed to address the long-standing traffic congestion and frequent accidents at the busy intersection.
He explained that the Agbor/Uromi Junction has for years been a dangerous spot where heavy vehicle traffic, motorcycles, and pedestrians often clash due to poor traffic management.
“Anyone travelling from Lagos to the East or from the East to the West must pass through this route. Its importance to the national economy cannot be overstated,” he added.
The governor announced that the project was awarded to Julius Berger Nigeria Plc with a completion timeline of 14 months.
According to him, the flyover will feature a 1.3km bridge along the Uromi–Agbor Highway, Dual carriageways with two lanes in each direction, Ramps and roundabouts, Concrete drainage systems and kerbs; and Solar-powered streetlights.
Governor Oborevwori said these features will ease mobility, cut travel time, enhance business opportunities, and protect the lives of thousands of daily road users.
The governor highlighted the employment opportunities that will emerge from the project, noting that engineers, artisans, transporters, food vendors, and other workers will benefit across the construction value chain.
He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to balanced development, noting that ₦100 billion has been injected as a special intervention fund, with ₦4 billion allocated to each of the 25 LGAs to drive infrastructure development.
Ika South Local Government Area, he added, is benefiting from major projects such as A ₦15.4bn contract for 13.3km of concrete drains and 5km of new roads, A planned ₦12bn, 15km Okpe–Abavo–Ekuku-Agbor Road.
“As a government, we award contracts strictly on merit and competence. Excellence will always attract further patronage Governor Oborevwori stated.
Immediate past governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, described the flyover as “monumental and impactful,” praising Oborevwori for promoting continuity in governance and translating development plans into reality.
Okowa also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stating that ongoing economic reforms, though difficult, are geared toward building a more stable future.
Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, called Oborevwori a bold and hardworking leader and urged the Ika Nation to continue supporting the governor.
Representing Julius Berger, Mr. Frederich Weiser expressed appreciation for the state’s confidence in the company and pledged timely delivery in line with global standards.
NDDC Chairman, Mr. Chiedu Ebie, assured that the commission would work with the state government to complete the Abraka–Obiaruku–Abavo–Agbor Road, a vital feeder route to the new flyover.
Chairman of Ika South LGA, Engr. Jerry Ehiwarior, described the project as a “project of destiny,” praising the governor for restoring electricity to communities that lacked power for over 14 years.
Other key stakeholders; including Hon. Victor Nwokolo, APC National Publicity Secretary Mr. Felix Morka, the Dein of Agbor Kingdom, HRM Benjamin Ikechukwu Keagborekuzi I, and the President-General of the Agbor Community Union, Prof. Onyemaechi Ugboh—commended the governor’s massive infrastructure drive and pledged continued support.
