Marking a major milestone in infrastructural development across the Osun West Senatorial District, the Distinguished Senator Lere Oyewumi, flanked by his wife, Yeye Akogun Oyewumi, today officially flagged off the construction of the 1.8-kilometer Adebisi Sawmill Express-Oduduwa-Anajere-Oke Olufi-Sekere Ayo-Sanngo Road in Ikire. Addressing a crowd of enthusiastic community members and political leaders, the Senator expressed profound gratitude to the residents who stood resolute during the election, voting for the Accord Party despite intimidation, harassment, and voter suppression. Emphasizing that the era of political campaigning is over, Senator Oyewumi declared that his focus has firmly shifted toward effective governance, grassroots development, and fulfilling his legislative mandate to elevate the living standards of his constituents.
The critical road project is designed to boost socio-economic activities, ease transit, and enhance security within the axis. Senator Oyewumi pledged that upon completion, the 1.8km stretch will be illuminated with solar-powered street lights to guarantee nighttime security and visibility. Additionally, the Senator promised the immediate provision and installation of a new electricity transformer for the Oduduwa community to resolve lingering power supply challenges. He appealed to residents, local business owners, and motorists for their absolute cooperation, patience, and maximum support for the engineering teams throughout the duration of the construction work.
Guaranteeing strict adherence to engineering standards and delivery timelines, the lead project contractor, Engr. Ayorinde Saheed Salewa, the community of high-quality, durable construction designed to withstand heavy traffic and seasonal weather conditions. He pledged that the project would be completed within the stipulated timeframe without compromising on structural integrity. The ceremony brought together high-profile dignitaries, including the Akire of Ikireland, Oba Tajudeen Akinola Olanrewaju Aketula 1, the Sooko of Itaakun, Oba Maruf Fabowale, the Oniwata of Iwata, Oba Ogungbe Kazeem, Akire-in-Council, Chief Falana, alongside the Chief Imam of Ikireland, the local CAN Chairman, the Chairman of the Muslim Council and Community Leader, Alh. Ademola Azeez, and various socio-political stakeholders.
Expressing deep appreciation on behalf of the entire ancient town, the Akire of Ikireland, Oba Tajudeen Aketula 1 commended Senator Oyewumi for his foresight, dedication, and steadfast commitment to delivering tangible democratic dividends to Ikireland. The monarch urged residents, motorists, and the broader community to give their unalloyed cooperation to the contractors, while calling on traditional, religious, and civic leaders to continually support the Senator with prayers and counsel as he continues his service to the people of Osun West.