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Edo senator flags off 2km rural road construction
Written By: Idahosa Moses
02 Oct 2025 07:07 AM
Orhionmwon, Edo – Joy erupted in Orhionmwon Local Government Area on Monday as Senator Neda Imasuen, representing Edo South Senatorial District, officially launched the construction of the two-kilometre Irohkin–Abudu road, linking Evbomede 1 and 2, and Iguiya communities.
The groundbreaking ceremony, held amidst cheers from local residents, marks a significant step toward addressing rural neglect and boosting economic prospects in this agrarian region of Edo State.
The road project, with an extended stretch covering over three kilometres from Irohkin to Ogan communities, is slated for completion by December 2025.
Designed to ease transportation challenges, enhance market access, and stimulate economic activities, the initiative is seen as a lifeline for farmers and traders who have long struggled with poor infrastructure.
The construction is part of Senator Imasuen’s broader constituency development agenda, aimed at reducing rural hardship and improving living standards in Edo South.
Speaking at the event, Senator Imasuen, who chairs the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions, underscored the project’s purpose.
“The reason we brought this project to the community is because of the apparent neglect of our rural areas. Rural-to-city migration happens largely because development does not reach our people. This road will change that story,” he declared.
He emphasized its potential to benefit farmers by facilitating the movement of produce to urban markets, while also fostering stronger communal ties.
The Senator expressed confidence in meeting the December 2025 deadline, stating, “The timeframe is clear. Expected delivery is December, and I don’t see why it should extend beyond that.”
He further assured the community that this is just the beginning, pledging more initiatives to bring urban-level comfort to rural dwellers.
“By the grace of God, we will do more to ensure our rural populace enjoys some measure of comfort like those in the cities,” he added.
The event drew praise from key figures, including Aisowieren Patrick, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Commissioner for Edo State, who hailed the project as a “life-changing intervention.”
The groundbreaking ceremony, held amidst cheers from local residents, marks a significant step toward addressing rural neglect and boosting economic prospects in this agrarian region of Edo State.
The road project, with an extended stretch covering over three kilometres from Irohkin to Ogan communities, is slated for completion by December 2025.
Designed to ease transportation challenges, enhance market access, and stimulate economic activities, the initiative is seen as a lifeline for farmers and traders who have long struggled with poor infrastructure.
The construction is part of Senator Imasuen’s broader constituency development agenda, aimed at reducing rural hardship and improving living standards in Edo South.
Speaking at the event, Senator Imasuen, who chairs the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions, underscored the project’s purpose.
“The reason we brought this project to the community is because of the apparent neglect of our rural areas. Rural-to-city migration happens largely because development does not reach our people. This road will change that story,” he declared.
He emphasized its potential to benefit farmers by facilitating the movement of produce to urban markets, while also fostering stronger communal ties.
The Senator expressed confidence in meeting the December 2025 deadline, stating, “The timeframe is clear. Expected delivery is December, and I don’t see why it should extend beyond that.”
He further assured the community that this is just the beginning, pledging more initiatives to bring urban-level comfort to rural dwellers.
“By the grace of God, we will do more to ensure our rural populace enjoys some measure of comfort like those in the cities,” he added.
The event drew praise from key figures, including Aisowieren Patrick, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Commissioner for Edo State, who hailed the project as a “life-changing intervention.”
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