Ogun residents plead for help as market road worsens
Residents and traders in Abule Oko, Oke-Ayo, and Magboro, Ogun State, are expressing frustration over the deteriorating state of their community road. The road, which connects several key areas, has become nearly impassable, especially during the rainy season, causing safety hazards and affecting livelihoods. Abubakar, a commercial motorcyclist, and other locals report a lack of effective government intervention. Community efforts and occasional repairs have proven insufficient to address the persistent challenges.
What happened
- Residents say the road has been dangerous and slippery, particularly after heavy rainfall, making access to the market difficult and hazardous.
- Abubakar noted that community youths previously patched the road, but it has since worsened, with no visible government intervention.
- Some traders and residents report frequent accidents, including injuries such as broken arms and legs, due to the poor road condition.
- Economic activities in the market have declined, with traders leaving and customers avoiding the area because of the road’s state.
- Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun, stated that road projects are ongoing in phases and appealed for residents’ patience, assuring that all affected roads would eventually be addressed.
