Traffic Gridlock: CCECC Begins Remedial Work on Effurun–Sapele Road
The China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) has commenced remedial works on the Effurun–Sapele section of the Warri–Sapele–Benin Highway, currently under reconstruction by the Delta State Government.
The intervention follows a directive by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and a follow-up inspection visit by the State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, on Monday.
Izeze’s visit came in response to mounting complaints from motorists and residents over the traffic congestion and hardship caused by the ongoing reconstruction.
Speaking during the inspection tour, which covered the stretch from Effurun Roundabout through Mercy Land to Ohore Junction, the Commissioner said the remedial work was aimed at easing traffic flow and providing temporary relief to commuters while construction continues.
“This administration, under Governor Oborevwori, is determined to address the pains of our people promptly. Even as we work toward a permanent fix, we are taking immediate steps to make the road motorable again,” Izeze stated.
He explained that the temporary intervention aligns with the governor’s MORE Agenda and the broader Renewed Hope vision of the state administration, which prioritize infrastructural renewal and citizen welfare.
The Commissioner acknowledged the difficulties faced by road users in recent years, assuring that the completed project will significantly improve mobility, reduce travel time, and stimulate economic activities across the region.
According to him, the 10-kilometre project spanning five kilometres on each lane, features an 8.8-metre-wide carriageway, an upgrade from the standard 7.3 metres. He noted that the project is expected to be completed within 12 months.
“When completed, this will stand as another landmark achievement for the state, enhancing trade, transportation, and community life,” he added.
Governor Oborevwori had earlier, on October 14, 2025, officially flagged off the reconstruction of the Warri–Sapele–Benin Highway, a route long described by residents and transporters as a nightmare due to its deteriorated state.
The commencement of remedial work by CCECC has been widely welcomed by motorists, signaling the government’s responsiveness to public concerns.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Works has pledged to closely monitor the situation to ensure that the temporary measures effectively reduce gridlock while full reconstruction progresses.
