Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Tuesday inaugurated seven roads in Ikoyi, Eti-Osa Local Government Area of the state.
The roads are; Ilabere, Oyinkan Abayomi, Femi Okunnu Road, MacPherson Ave., Kuramo close, Inupa Road and Ilu Drive.
Sanwo-Olu said the road projects were significant milestones toward a greater Lagos to reduce travel time and ensure connectivity.
“Since the inception of our administration, we have devoted ourselves to rehabilitating, upgrading, and in some cases, reconstructing roads across all five divisions of the state.
“These efforts are guided by our commitment to creating seamless access within and between communities, thereby reducing travel time and enhancing productivity.
“Ikoyi, renowned as a hub of economic activity and the proper capital of Lagos, has been central to our development agenda. Recognising its strategic importance, we launched the Ikoyi Urban Regeneration Initiative in July 2020.
“A comprehensive effort designed to tackle persistent flooding, streamline traffic flow, and upgrade vital road networks.
“This initiative reflects our commitment to transforming Ikoyi into a model district that not only enhances the quality of life for its residents but also strengthens its role as a driver of Lagos’ economic prosperity,” he said.
The Special Adviser to Gov. Samwo-Olu on Infrastructure, Mr Olufemi Daramola, noted that the new roads complemented the phase one of the previously inaugurated roads, as part of a series of urban regeneration projects.
According to Daramola, each road plays a critical role in decongesting traffic and improving access across Ikoyi, known for its residential, commercial and governmental significance.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the road network has a combined length of 5.9km with drainage, earthworks, interlocking stones, streetlights and road signage.
