Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori during the ground breaking event of Agbor/junction flyover on Monday, 19 January, 2026
From our news desk, Lagos
Yet again, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has launched the building of another flyover bridge at the sum of N59.7bn.
The event was held on Monday, 19 January, 2026 to begin the building of the flyover bridge at the Uromi Junction, Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of the State.
While speaking, the Governor said the project was a critical intervention aimed at improving road safety, preserving lives, and boosting economic activities across the State and beyond.
The flyover project was conceived out of the urgent need to address persistent traffic congestion and frequent accidents at the busy Agbor/Uromi Junction, Oborevwori added; pointing out that the intersection had over the years been notorious for devastating accidents claiming lives and having properties destroyed.
Hence, a lasting solution is inevitable, he declared.
Julius Berger Nigeria Plc also known as the ‘bridge builders’ have been awarded the contract for the design and construction of the flyover with a completion timeline of 14 months, the Governor disclosed.
The project design he explained, includes the flyover 1.3-kilometre stretch, dual carriageways with two lanes both sides, ramps, roundabouts, concrete drainage systems, kerbs, and solar-powered streetlights to enhance safety and sustainability.
Oborevwori emphasised the strategic importance of the corridor, describing it as a major economic and transportation link which connects the the Eastern and Western parts of the Niger Delta, while also serving as a gateway to the North.
Photo – Gov Sheriff Oborevwori in handshake with the immediate past Gov. Sen. Ifeanyi Okowa during the groundbreaking event of the Agbor – Uromi junction flyover project on Monday, 19 January, 2026
“Anyone travelling from Lagos to the East or from the East to the West must pass through this route. Its importance to the national economy cannot be overstated.”
He asserts that upon completion, the flyover would significantly enhance mobility, reduce travel time, expand economic opportunities, and safeguard the lives of thousands of Nigerians who ply the route daily.
Also, the Governor highlighted the employment opportunities the project would generate, across the construction value chain.
Meanwhile, he has reassured of his administration’s commitment to inclusive and balanced development.
As he disclosed, the State government had injected N100 billion as a special intervention fund, allocating N4 billion each to the 25 local government areas for infrastructure development, in addition to other sectoral investments.
He added that Ika South Local Government Area was also benefiting from other major projects, including the N15.4 billion contract awarded for 13.3 kilometres of concrete drainage systems and five kilometres of road construction to address flooding and erosion, as well as the planned N12 billion 15-kilometre Okpe–Abavo–Ekuku-Agbor Road.
“As a government, we award contracts strictly on merit and competence. Excellence will always attract further patronage.”
Governor Oborevwori was accompanied by the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, and other top government functionaries for the groundbreaking ceremony.
Various high profile personalities spoke at the event; all commending the Governor for deliberately choosing to work for the good of the State and her people.
Amongst whom was the immediate past Governor of the State, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa.
He described the project as monumental and impactful commending Governor Oborevwori for sustaining continuity and translating plans into tangible development.
He noted, the scale and spread of infrastructure projects across the State under the current administration reflected purposeful and people-oriented governance.
Okowa also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that the ongoing economic reforms, though initially challenging, were deliberately steering Nigeria toward a more sustainable future.
Frederich Weiser who spoke on behalf of the management and Board of Directors of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, expressed appreciation to the Delta State Government for the confidence reposed in it through the award of the project.
The firm assured to deliver the project to meet world class standards of quality, safety, and efficiency, and to complete it on schedule with minimal disruption, drawing on its experience with similar projects across the State, including the Ughelli Flyover.
In his remarks, Chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Chiedu Ebie, assured of the commission’s readiness to collaborate with the Delta State Government to complete the Abraka–Obiaruku–Abavo–Agbor Road, which he described as a vital feeder route to the new flyover.
Some of the personalities at the event include the member representing Ika Federal Constituency, Hon. Victor Nwokolo; APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka; the Dein of Agbor Kingdom, HRM Benjamin Ikechukwu, Keagborekuzi I, and President-General of Agbor Community Union, Prof. Onyemaechi Ugboh, amongst many others.
They all in their speech commended Governor Oborevwori for his massive infrastructure drive and assured him of their continued unwavering support.
