The Ogun State chapter of the Muslim Rights Concern has lauded Governor Dapo Abiodun for ongoing road infrastructure projects, particularly the rehabilitation of the Abeokuta–Sagamu Expressway, describing it as a significant boost to safe transportation and sustainable development.
The group, however, urged the governor to urgently extend similar interventions to other deteriorating roads within Abeokuta and its environs to avert further loss of lives and economic decline.
MURIC gave the commendation after an inspection visit to the Abeokuta–Sagamu Expressway project site on Tuesday, noting that the scale of work and quality of materials deployed reflected the administration’s commitment to infrastructure renewal.
In a statement signed by the State Chairman, Tajudeen Jimoh Alao, and made available by the State Secretary, Olaleye Rasheed Damilare, the group said recognising impactful governance was necessary to encourage leaders to do more.
The statement read in part, “When leaders demonstrate commitment to the welfare of the people through tangible projects, it is both moral and necessary to commend them. Such recognition strengthens their resolve to do more.”
The organisation stressed that the provision of safe and reliable road networks remained a core responsibility of government, linking it directly to the protection of lives and property.
While applauding the progress recorded on the Abeokuta–Sagamu Expressway, MURIC expressed concern over the deplorable state of several inner-city roads, including the Adatan–Moore Junction Road and the Oke Ibukun–Aladesanmi axis serving Asero and Obantoko communities.
According to the group, the Adatan–Moore Junction corridor has remained in a one-way condition for over six years, posing serious risks to motorists and pedestrians.
“This road has become a silent danger zone, sending many to early graves. We humbly urge His Excellency to deploy engineers to this site as a matter of urgency,” the statement added.
MURIC also highlighted the economic implications of neglected infrastructure, noting that many businesses along the affected corridors had either shut down or suffered severe losses due to poor accessibility.
The group acknowledged recent interventions by the state government, including the rehabilitation of the Lantoro–Yidi Road, which it said had improved traffic flow across major routes such as Abiola Way, Ijaye and Ake.
It, however, emphasised that completing adjoining roads like Adatan–Moore Junction was critical to consolidating the gains recorded.
MURIC added that while communities in Ijebu and Iperu had continued to benefit from landmark projects of the current administration, residents of Abeokuta were equally expectant of lasting infrastructure development.
The organisation reaffirmed its confidence in the governor’s leadership, urging sustained commitment to road construction and rehabilitation across all parts of the state.
“Governor Dapo Abiodun deserves commendation for the remarkable work currently ongoing. We remain confident that his listening leadership will address other pressing road challenges in due course,” the statement concluded.
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