ODODO’S 38.5KM KABBA – ILUKE ROAD IS A TURNAROUND FOR KABBA/BUNU, SAYS NYC CHAIRMAN, OLORUNTOBA
The Nigerian Youth Congress (NYC), Kogi State Chapter, has commended Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo over the flag-off of the 38.5-kilometre Kabba – Oke-Offin – Olle – Iluke Road, describing it as a major milestone and a turnaround for the people of Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area.
The road, flagged off by the Governor on Thursday at Oke-Offin / Olle, is expected to be completed within 18 months by TEC Engineering.
Speaking in Lokoja, the State Chairman of NYC, Comr. Oloruntoba Moses Juwon, said the project has ended decades of neglect and suffering on one of the most important rural corridors in Okunland.
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“This is not just a road project, it is a lifeline. For years, our farmers could not move their produce, our students struggled to get to school, and our people suffered on this road. Governor Ododo has heard our cry and has responded with action. This is a major milestone and a turnaround for Kabba/Bunu,” Oloruntoba said.
Oloruntoba said the economic impact of the road cannot be overemphasized, noting that it will ease the movement of agricultural produce, reduce the cost of transportation, open up Bunu land to traders and investors, and expand access to economic opportunities for thousands of residents.
On security, the NYC Chairman said a motorable road will improve patrol and rapid response by security agencies, making communities along the corridor safer for residents, travellers and businesses.
“When roads are bad, criminals hide. When roads are good, security moves fast and development moves faster. This road will bring security and social development to our people,” he added.
He further noted that the road will improve connectivity between Kabba, Oke-Offin, Olle, Iluke and neighbouring communities, and give residents better access to schools, healthcare facilities, markets and other essential services.
The NYC Chairman called on the people of Kabba/Bunu to take ownership of the project, protect construction equipment, cooperate with the engineers, and monitor the quality of work to ensure timely delivery.
“We appeal to our people to see this project as our own. Let us protect it, support the contractor and ensure that this dream becomes a reality,” he said.
Oloruntoba, who is from Okun extraction, thanked Governor Ododo for his inclusive development agenda across Kogi State, and assured him of the continued support of Kogi youths.
“Governor Ododo is showing that development is not for the capital alone, but for every community. Kogi is working, Okunland is feeling it, and the youths are proud,” he said.
DemocracyNewslineNewspaper November 12th, 2026
