Oborevwori’s EXCO Clears Major Road Works Across Delta, Extends Ughelli & Agbor Flyovers
THE Delta State Executive Council has approved the reconstruction and rehabilitation of several roads across the state, including the first phase of the Warri Ring Road, the Ugbolu–Illah Road and key routes in Warri and Effurun.
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori presided over the council meeting at Government House, Asaba, where members approved the projects. Afterwards, Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, briefed journalists alongside the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Festus Ahon.
Among the major projects is the reconstruction of the Warri Ring Road section from First Marine Gates to Port Gate. The council also approved the rehabilitation of the stretch from Old Port Gate to the NPA Expressway. In addition, it cleared rapid rehabilitation and asphalt overlay works on Airport Road in Warri, Jakpa Road in Effurun and Refinery Road in Effurun.
Aniagwu said the interventions would improve road conditions, ease traffic movement and address infrastructure challenges across the Warri–Effurun axis. He added that the deteriorating condition of Refinery Road had made its rehabilitation particularly urgent because of the difficulties it caused motorists and residents. According to him, Oborevwori had directed the Ministry of Works to assess the road and submit a proposal for the council’s consideration.
Beyond these projects, the council approved an extension of the ongoing flyover project at Otovwodo Junction in Ughelli, including additional works along the adjoining road corridor. It also approved a similar extension towards College Junction in Agbor.
In Oshimili North Local Government Area, the council cleared the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Ugbolu–Illah Road. It also approved the construction of Dr Sunday Okonji Drive, Opone Street and Dr and Mrs Ojogho Street. Meanwhile, the completion of Chief Patrick Ukah Way in Okpanam, leading towards Okotomi Quarters, received approval.
Other projects cover several local government areas. In Udu, the council approved A.I. Mofo Street in Otor-Udu, while Iwezue Street in Boji-Boji was also included. For Isoko South, it approved the reconstruction of Emede Internal Road in two phases. At Obiaruku in Ukwuani, the planned works include Eziokpor Road Phase II and a spur to Odalonu Street.
Similarly, the council approved Eyimofe Street in Orerokpe, Guest House Road in Ugbokodo and Zion Street in Ughoton, all in Okpe Local Government Area. In Asaba, approved projects include Paul Enebeli Close, Opene Street, Waterholic Street and Flourish Garden Apartment Lane, with a spur to Princess Ajudua Extension. The council also cleared Oyemike Street and a spur off Ralph Uwhechue Road.
Alongside the road projects, the council approved permanent office buildings for the Delta State Electricity Regulatory Commission and the Rural Development Agency. Aniagwu said the electricity commission’s new office would support the state’s efforts to develop its electricity market under reforms that have expanded the role of state governments in the power sector.
The council also approved an ultra-modern MBA lecture theatre at Delta State University, Abraka, and a clubhouse for civil servants at the State Secretariat in Asaba.
Aniagwu maintained that the administration remained focused on delivering its development plans and projects across Delta State. He added that preparations for the 2027 general elections would not distract the government from its responsibilities.
