Geri Alimi underpass will decongest chaotic traffic, add aesthetic value – Kwara State govt

Date: 2016-10-02

Kwara State Commissioner for Works and Transport, Alhaji Aro Yahaya, has explained the state government’s decision to embark on the construction of Geri-Alimi Diamond Underpass, Ilorin, the state capital, which was flagged off on Tuesday by Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed.

Speaking on the need for the Split Diamond Interchange, Yahaya said the project became necessary in view of the growing population of the state capital, resulting in traffic situation within and around Geri-Alimi.

He added that the project will meet the needs of current and future road users in the state.

The Commissioner explained that the influx of people into Kwara, particularly Ilorin, prompted the state government to come up with the idea of the Split Diamond Underpass to ease human and vehicular movement within the metropolis.

He said that as the first contact for the people visiting Ilorin from the southwestern part of the country, traffic at Geri-Alimi usually gets busy especially in the morning and evening thereby causing gridlock for hours.

Yahaya stated that the project, when completed, will not only decongest the chaotic traffic situation along the axis but also add aesthetic value to the area, as it is an engineering and architectural masterpiece.

According to him, a police post, traffic light system and a Close Circuit Television Camera (CCTV) will be provided at the roundabout to ensure 24-hours adequate security in and around the area.

He added that a walkway for pedestrians will also be provided while the road that extends to General Hospital, Ilorin and the airport will also be upgraded.

The Commissioner said that the project, which is in three phases, is expected to be completed in the next 18 months.

He disclosed that the state government will unveil more developmental projects in coming weeks.

Yahaya also revealed that the asphalt plant recently acquired by the Kwara government will be commissioned next week, after which the Ministry of Works will embark on massive rehabilitation and reconstruction of major roads across the state.

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