Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Tuesday inaugurated the newly dualised Akoda–Baptist High School–Oke Gada Road in Ede, describing the project as another fulfilled promise aimed at improving transportation, boosting economic activities and enhancing the quality of life of residents.

Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Governor Adeleke said the strategic road links major residential communities, schools and markets while connecting Ede with roads leading to Osogbo and Ibadan, making it a critical infrastructure project for the ancient town.

According to him, the dualisation would ease traffic congestion, improve safety, stimulate commercial activities and strengthen security through the installation of solar-powered street lights.

“This is a promise kept and governance that truly touches the lives of the people. With this dualised road, movement within Ede will be faster and safer, businesses will thrive, students and workers will get to their destinations more easily, while security will improve with adequate lighting,” the governor said.

He noted that the project forms part of his administration’s infrastructure renewal programme being implemented across all parts of Osun State, adding that similar projects are ongoing in Osogbo, Ila, Iwo, Ile-Ife and Ilesa.

Governor Adeleke commended the Ministry of Works and the contractor for delivering what he described as quality work that meets approved standards, before officially declaring the road open for public use.

He also expressed appreciation to the Timi of Ede, Oba Munirudeen Adesola Lawal Laminisa I, the traditional council and residents of the town for their support and patience throughout the construction period.

The event, however, took a political turn as the governor appealed to President Bola Tinubu to ensure that the August 15 governorship election in Osun State is conducted freely and fairly.

“I appeal to President Bola Tinubu not to rig the governorship election. Let the people freely vote for candidates of their choice. By the grace of God, the Accord Party will emerge victorious,” he declared.

The governor also dismissed what he described as political propaganda against him, insisting that no amount of opposition campaign would diminish the support he enjoys in his hometown and across Osun State.

Addressing residents of Ede, Adeleke urged them to come out en masse during the governorship election, expressing confidence that the town would deliver overwhelming votes in support of his re-election bid.

Earlier, the Timi of Ede, Oba Munirudeen Adesola Lawal Laminisa I, praised the governor for embarking on projects that have transformed Ede and other parts of Osun State.

The monarch described the dualised road as a major development that would improve mobility, encourage economic growth and further modernise the ancient town, while urging residents to continue supporting initiatives that promote peace and development.

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