Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highway and Urban), Comrade Ruben Izeze, announced on Wednesday that all road projects awarded by the state government will have a 20-year lifespan. He made the statement during a courtesy visit by the Asaba Correspondents Chapel, led by Chairman Comrade Ifeanyi Olannye, in Asaba.
Izeze stressed that each road project must adhere to the specifications outlined in the Bill of Quantity, ensuring the use of high-quality materials. He emphasized that, while the state may have a limited number of road projects, they are intended as legacy works with a lifespan of two decades.
He added, “In a few months, the rains will begin, and several roads will have been commissioned. I guarantee that none of the roads I supervise will fail within 20 years.”
While legacy projects are costly, Izeze emphasized that they are worth the investment. He reaffirmed that roads approved by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori will remain intact for the next 20 years. “The supervision is top-notch, and the design and discharge channels are crucial to ensuring the durability of these roads,” he said.
Izeze also urged contractors to avoid cutting corners and deliver projects to the highest standards, warning that any subpar work would be dismantled, and contractors would face sanctions.
Additionally, he criticized corrupt politicians, affirming that the law of Kama is real, and those engaged in fraudulent activities would face consequences. He also urged journalists to uphold the integrity of their profession by holding government officials accountable.
Earlier, Comrade Ifeanyi Olannye commended the commissioner for his commitment to ensuring quality in the road projects and expressed the chapel’s desire for continued collaboration with the government to sustain ongoing projects across the state.
