Benin City-The ongoing road grading initiative by the Executive Chairman of Egor Local Government Council, Hon. Osaro Osa Eribo, has extended to Ward 9 (Okhoro Ward), bringing much-needed relief and renewed optimism to residents.
The arrival of grading equipment in the area sparked visible excitement, with residents gathering to witness the development and express appreciation to the council for addressing long-standing concerns. Several roads in the ward had been in poor condition, posing significant challenges to movement and daily activities.
Speaking on the development, the Councillor representing Ward 9, Hon. Ogbemudia Okhomina, praised the Chairman for his commitment to grassroots development. He also acknowledged the support of the Executive Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, noting that the provision of equipment and an enabling environment made the exercise possible.
Hon. Okhomina described the intervention as a clear demonstration of the government’s determination to ensure that the benefits of governance reach communities at the grassroots level.
A resident of Akenzuwa Street, off Okhoro Road, Mr. Festus Omobude, also expressed satisfaction with the development, describing it as timely and necessary. While commending both the local and state governments for the intervention, he appealed for sustained attention and further infrastructural improvements in the area.
The exercise has generated a sense of relief and hope among residents of Ward 9, reinforcing confidence in the administration’s commitment to improving infrastructure and enhancing the quality of life across Egor Local Government Area.
