The Delta State Government has stepped in to address the deplorable condition of a critical section of the Warri/Sapele/Benin Road by awarding the reconstruction contract to the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC).
The project, advertised through the State Tenders Board, covers the stretch from the Spare Parts Market U-Turn in Effurun to just after Ohore Junction before Omenta Bridge, cutting across Uvwie and Okpe Local Government Areas. It is scheduled for completion within 12 months.
Under the contract, CCECC will reconstruct a total of 10 kilometres — five kilometres on each carriageway — with an expanded width of 11.6 metres, including 2.8-metre shoulders.
The project also incorporates stormwater drains, reinforced concrete pavement, and a durable wearing course, at an estimated cost of ₦35 billion.
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, through his MORE Agenda, has consistently prioritised infrastructure renewal and sustainable urban development.
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State (left), presenting letter of award for the reconstruction of a failed section of the Effurun–Sapele dual carriageway to CCECC Executive Director (South-South and South-West), Huijun Shen, at Government House, Asaba.
The reconstruction is expected to ease traffic congestion, improve connectivity, and boost economic activity along one of the busiest gateways into Delta State.
Although the Warri/Sapele/Benin Road falls under the jurisdiction of the Federal Government, years of failed sections, persistent gridlock, and frequent accidents have made it a nightmare for commuters and businesses.
The state’s intervention demonstrates a commitment to providing timely relief to motorists and sustaining Delta’s status as a commercial hub in the South-South.
By engaging CCECC, a company with a proven track record in large-scale road projects, the Oborevwori administration has assured residents and road users of quality and durability.
The move underscores the governor’s resolve to deliver infrastructure that supports inclusive growth and prosperity, tackling challenges beyond state-owned roads to ensure safer, faster, and more reliable access to markets, industries, and neighbouring states.
