ASABA: Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, on Monday commissioned the Uromi Junction Flyover Bridge in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, for construction at a cost of N59.7 billion.
Speaking at the ceremony, Oborevwori described the project as a critical intervention aimed at improving road safety, preserving lives and boosting economic activities across the state and beyond.
He said the flyover was conceived to address persistent traffic congestion and frequent accidents at the busy Agbor–Uromi Junction, which had resulted in loss of lives and property over the years.
According to the governor, the dangerous interaction among vehicles, motorcycles and pedestrians on the federal highway, coupled with poor traffic management, made a permanent solution inevitable.
Oborevwori disclosed that the contract for the design and construction of the flyover was awarded to Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, with a completion timeline of 14 months.
He said the project comprises a 1.3-kilometre flyover on the Uromi–Agbor Highway, dual carriageways with two lanes in each direction, ramps, roundabouts, concrete drainage systems, kerbs and solar-powered streetlights to enhance safety and sustainability.
The governor also revealed that the state government had set aside N100 billion as a special intervention fund, allocating N4 billion to each of the 25 local government areas for infrastructure development, in addition to other sectoral investments.
He added that Ika South Local Government Area was also benefiting from a N15.4 billion contract for 13.3 kilometres of concrete drainage and five kilometres of road construction to tackle flooding and erosion, as well as the planned N12 billion, 15-kilometre Okpe–Abavo–Ekuku-Agbor Road.
“As a government, we award contracts strictly on merit and competence, and excellence will always attract further patronage,” Oborevwori said.
Accompanied by his deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, and other top government officials, the governor expressed confidence that the flyover would be completed within record time.
Earlier, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa described the flyover as monumental and impactful, commending Oborevwori for sustaining continuity and translating plans into tangible development.
Okowa said the scale and spread of infrastructure projects across the state reflected purposeful and people-oriented governance, while also commending President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms.
The Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Mr Reuben Izeze, urged the Ika people to continue supporting the Oborevwori administration, noting the numerous infrastructure projects already delivered in the area.
Speaking for Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, Mr Frederich Weiser thanked the state government for the confidence reposed in the company and pledged timely delivery of the project to the highest standards.
Chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission, Mr Chiedu Ebie, said the commission was ready to collaborate with the state government on the Abraka–Obiaruku–Abavo–Agbor Road, describing it as a vital feeder route to the flyover.
Also speaking, Chairman of Ika South Local Government Area, Mr Jerry Ehiwarior, described the flyover as “a project of destiny” and thanked the governor for restoring electricity to communities that had been without power for over 14 years.
The event attracted prominent politicians, including the lawmaker representing Ika Federal Constituency, Mr Victor Nwokolo, and APC National Publicity Secretary, Mr Felix Morka.
Earlier, the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, said the project exemplified the governor’s commitment to people-centred governance and infrastructure delivery.
He noted that the Uromi flyover, alongside those at Otovwodo Junction in Ughelli, PTI Junction, DSC Roundabout and Enerhen Junction, underscored the administration’s resolve to ease traffic congestion and enhance urban mobility across Delta State.
