The Minister of Works, Mr David Umahi, has declared that the ongoing Akure-Ado Ekiti Expressway would be redesigned and constructed with concrete rather than asphalt. Umahi said Nigerians would see more of concrete pavements on roads as it had more lifespan than roads made of bitumen. According to him, concrete roads had been tested in several states and it has a life span of 50 years, compared to asphalt roads that would only last for 15 years. He said, “A very important thing that I must let you know is the introduction of concrete technology in our roads. Aiyedatiwa called for the dualization of Ore-Ondo-Akure road and the need for the rehabilitation of Ore-Okitipupa axis among other federal roads in the state.

Source: Punch September 03, 2023 15:41 UTC