The Oyo State Government has assured residents of the quality execution of the ongoing rehabilitation of the 83.82-kilometre Iseyin-Okaka-Saki Road.
The state government, in a statement on Thursday, said the project is under strict supervision by Resident Engineers from the Ministry of Public Works and Transport.
It added that the Commissioner for Public Works and Transport, Prof. Dahud Shangodoyin, alongside a team of engineers, has been conducting regular inspections, including a site visit on February 20, 2025.
This assurance follows allegations of poor workmanship on the project, which surfaced in a social media post.
However, the government dismissed the claims as unfounded, stating that the rehabilitation is being carried out in line with approved specifications.
Prof. Shangodoyin, in the statement, explained that Governor Seyi Makinde had approved a palliative intervention on the road, which includes clearing, turnouts, scarification, and the removal of unsuitable materials.
Other components of the project involve the provision of a reinforced concrete retaining wall, the supply of sub-base and base course materials, and the laying of a 40mm asphaltic wearing course at critical sections of the road.
The statement read, “The Iseyin-Saki Road (83.82km) is a federal road that has undergone multiple rehabilitations by the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA). However, the road deteriorated and became nearly impassable.
“Despite being a Trunk A road, Governor Makinde, in his commitment to ensuring a smooth commuting experience for residents, directed the state government to undertake rehabilitation work to ease the hardship faced by road users.”
According to the commissioner, the project was awarded to a reputable contractor with a track record of executing several projects in the state, and the cost of the ongoing palliative work is being fully borne by the state government.
Providing an update on the progress, Shangodoyin noted that asphaltic regulation of the surface from Iseyin to Ipapo has been completed, while asphalt resurfacing between Ipapo and Alaga Road has also been concluded.
He added that the laying of stone base and asphalting between Okaka and Alaga has been completed, while stone base laying and asphalt resurfacing between Alaga and Baasi is currently ongoing.
He stated that the outstanding work includes the laying of stone base and asphalt resurfacing between Baasi and Saki.
The commissioner reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring that the project meets the highest standards and provides long-term relief for commuters.
