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Bad Road: I Was Stuck In Ogun For Hours – Akpabio
Bad Road: I Was Stuck In Ogun For Hours – Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has narrated how he was stuck for hours on the Lagos-Ota-Abeokuta expressway as a result of a bad road.
The Senate President said this at the grand finale of the Yewa Cultural Festival in Ilaro in the Yewa South Local Government Area of Ogun State this weekend.
Akpabio, who was accompanied by 70 senators to the event, said he insisted on driving to the venue for him to have first-hand experience of what people go through on the road every day, adding that it took his team more than two hours to drive to Ilaro from Lagos.
He said: “When I was coming, I decided to pass through the Lagos-Abeokuta, Papalanto-Ilaro road to experience the pain you people are facing on the road.
“I spent about two hours in traffic along Papalanto-Ilaro road because two tankers fell on the road. I really sympathize with you. I went through what you people are going through on a daily basis.
“I am giving Governor Abiodun the Senate support in the rehabilitation of these important roads.
“I was determined to go through the road that you go through. Now, I have seen what you have been seeing. From today, I prophesy that your roads are done.
“Yewaland has the greatest number of industries that local government can ever have in Nigeria, just five local governments.
“Therefore, we recognize the need to use the best set of contractors to do your roads because of the wear and tear. I assure you that we will be working with our brother, Dapo Abiodun. Your lives will not be the same again.
“The 10th Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is going to get the list of things you want us to do here.”
Akpabio, who was conferred with the chieftaincy title of ‘Fiwagboye’ of Yewaland by the Yewa Traditional Council, further called on youths in Yewaland and the state to stay off drugs and other fraudulent activities, assuring them that their lives would be better when they stayed clean.
On his part, Governor Abiodun pleaded with the Senate to prevail on the Federal Government to transfer the reconstruction of the Lagos-Ota-Abeokuta Road to the state, saying it is important to the socio-economic development of the state.
The governor said it took him three hours to drive from Abeokuta to Ilaro, noting that efforts made by the state to ensure the transfer of the road did not yield any positive results.
Abiodun said his administration is currently concluding discussions on the reconstruction of the Abeokuta-Olorunda-Imeko and the Abeokuta-Iborro-Ilaro roads.
He said: “I also want to announce to you that I am currently concluding discussions with the Minister of Works on the reconstruction of the Abeokuta-Olorunda-Imeko road and the completion of the Abeokuta-Iborro-Ilaro road. This will complement the Imasayi-Iborro-Ayetoro road.
“Mr Senate President, it took me three hours to get here from Abeokuta. I am sure it took you just as much to get here from Lagos because of the deplorable state of Lagos-Abeokuta Road. Mr Senate President, please help us with the Federal Government to transfer this road to us. This road is very key to our socio-economic economic development.”
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Meet Alhaji Ismail Adebayo Yisa, A Visionary Leader Committed to Philanthropy and Empowerment
Meet Alhaji Ismail Adebayo Yisa, A Visionary Leader Committed to Philanthropy and Empowerment
By Solanke Ayomideji Taiwo
Alhaji Ismail Adebayo Yisa stands as a beacon of hope and inspiration in the community of Abeokuta, Ogun State. As the Chief Executive Officer of 99 Cristal Lounge and Hotel International, he has transformed the hospitality landscape while simultaneously dedicating himself to uplifting the younger generation through a multitude of philanthropic initiatives.
He is the principal of the Omo-Ade Foundation, a charitable organization rooted in the mission of giving back to the community and fostering positive change. Under his leadership, the foundation has made significant strides in addressing the needs of the less fortunate. Notably, in July 2025, the Omo-Ade Foundation provided essential food and cash empowerment support to over 500 residents of Abeokuta North Local Government Area, illustrating his unwavering commitment to community welfare and development.
Alhaji Yisa is renowned for his warm-hearted nature and deep compassion, often described as having a heart of “gold.” His relentless dedication to philanthropy is a testament to his belief in the power of community and the importance of nurturing the potential of the younger generation.
His exemplary contributions have not gone unnoticed; Alhaji Yisa is a multiple award winner, recognized both in political circles and the educational sector for his outstanding service and commitment to the betterment of society. Through his work, he continues to inspire others to join the cause of social responsibility and community enhancement.
Through his leadership at 99 Cristal Lounge and Hotel International and the impactful initiatives of the Omo-Ade Foundation, Alhaji Ismail Adebayo Yisa is not only building a successful business but also shaping a brighter future for the youth and less privileged in Abeokuta North and beyond. His journey is a powerful reminder of the change one can effect through compassion, dedication, and selfless service.
Dangote Truck not responsible for Auchi Accident, says Eyewitness.
The Dangote Cement truck did not cause the tragic accident, which occurred on the Auchi-Okpella-Okene road, near Omega Fire Ministry in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State, contrary to online reports.
An eyewitness, Audu Omale, who gave a vivid account of the accident, recalled that “a third-party truck loaded with cement was moving in the opposite direction of the Dangote Cement (DCT) CNG truck on a slopy road. The commercial truck driver lost control of his truck due to a suspected brake failure, ran into a moving vehicle, a motorcycle, and eventually crashed into the side of the DCT truck. The DCT CNG truck caught fire in the process.
“Consequently, three persons from the vehicle hit by the third-party truck lost their lives, while two persons sustained varying degrees of injuries and were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. The DCT truck driver escaped to avoid a mob attack,” Omale clarified.
In a related development, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Edo State Police Command, CSP Moses Yamu, confirmed that the accident involved two trucks, one belonging to Dangote Cement, another truck, which has not been identified, and a GLK Mercedes-Benz car.
The Edo PPRO noted that all three occupants in the GLK were confirmed dead in the hospital, while the Dangote truck caught ffirewhich was brought under control.
“I can confirm to you that three vehicles were involved in an accident in Auchi at midday: two trucks and one GLK Benz. The police moved to the scene of the accident and evacuated three occupants of the GLK to the hospital, where they were confirmed dead.
“Two of the vehicles involved were trucks, one belonging to Dangote Cement and another unidentified one. The Dangote truck caught fire and was brought under control,” Yamu stated. He added that the investigation was ongoing.
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