By SCM Reporter
ASABA – A massive infrastructure push is set to transform the heart of Nigeria’s oil-producing region, as Delta State Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori pledged a “zero-tolerance” policy for shoddy workmanship on the landmark Omadino-Okerenkoko-Escravos Road.
The ambitious 70.75 km project, a joint venture between the Delta State Government, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), and energy giant Chevron Nigeria Limited, aims to bridge the gap between Warri and vital coastal communities.
Speaking at Government House in Asaba, Governor Oborevwori assured citizens that the highway would be built to world-class standards. The road is expected to be a lifeline for the region, providing:
Economic Surge: Direct links for oil-producing communities to commercial hubs.
Enhanced Security: Improved access for security forces in previously hard-to-reach terrains.
Infrastructure Growth: A foundation for future development in the Warri North Local Government Area.
”My administration is committed to accountability, transparency, and cost-effective service delivery,” the Governor stated. “We are working hand-in-hand with the NDDC to fast-track this project without cutting corners.”
The Governor’s remarks came as a high-powered delegation from the National Assembly arrived for a two-day inspection tour. Led by Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, Chairman of the Senate Committee on NDDC, the team is verifying that taxpayer money is being spent effectively.
Senator Ekpenyong praised the Governor’s “infrastructural drive” and reaffirmed the 10th Senate’s backing. Under the leadership of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the committee is focusing on “Renewed Hope” projects that offer immediate benefits to local residents.
”Our visit is about more than just looking at asphalt,” Senator Ekpenyong said. “It’s about ensuring value for money and making sure these projects are completed on schedule. We are here to help solve the challenges of developing the Niger Delta.”
The inspection team, which included NDDC Managing Director Dr. Samuel Ogbuku and state director Engr. Joseph Onoriode, will continue their verification tour across Delta and Cross River States.
The Omadino-Escravos road stands as a symbol of a new era of cooperation between state governments, federal agencies, and the private sector—a “triple threat” aimed at finally unlocking the economic potential of the Delta’s coastal frontier.
