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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Ibadan-Ife-Ilesa Expressway rehabilitation
2. Infrastructure development Ibadan-Ife-Ilesa Expressway
The neglected Ibadan-Ife-Ilesa Expressway has become a dangerous route for travellers and drivers, as highlighted in this report by Bola Bamigbola. The harrowing experiences shared by commuters navigating this road include near-death encounters and tales of hardship. The road, spanning 224 kilometres from Ibadan to Ilesa, has been in a state of disrepair, leading to frequent accidents and damage to vehicles. Motorists lament the lack of maintenance on this strategic route, with many spending a significant portion of their earnings on vehicle repairs. Efforts are being made to address the road’s poor condition, but more funding and reconstruction are needed to ensure safer travel for all.
1. Neglected vital roadway
2. Deserted crucial motorway
Travellers and Drivers Face Harrowing Experiences on Neglected Ibadan-Ife-Ilesa Expressway
BOLA BAMIGBOLA, in this report, recounts the harrowing experiences of travellers and drivers navigating the neglected Ibadan-Ife-Ilesa Expressway, bringing their tales of hardship and near-death encounters on the road.
Memories of a Near-Death Encounter
FORTY-FIVE-YEAR-OLD Tayo Obalorun, a civil engineer, was on a journey back to Ile Ife, Osun State, for the first time since graduating from Obafemi Awolowo University in 2005. As he travelled on the Ibadan-Ife-Ilesa Expressway from Lagos, his base, memories of his struggles to complete his degree programme flooded his mind.
Obalorun was engrossed in a book, ‘Road Trip to Hell,’ by Chris Hughes, with soulful tunes of Asa playing in his Venza Jeep. However, the journey took a terrifying turn when his vehicle encountered a bad portion of the road, resulting in a near-fatal crash that left him and his driver seriously injured.
Tragic Loss of Lives
Unfortunately, not everyone escapes unscathed on the treacherous Ibadan-Ife-Ilesa Expressway. Just a few days later, a fatal crash claimed the lives of two commuters on the same road. The vehicle involved lost control while trying to avoid a bad portion, leading to a tragic outcome.
State of Disrepair
The 224-kilometre Ibadan-Ife-Ilesa Expressway, a Federal Government Trunk A road, has been left in a grave state of disrepair. From Ibadan to Ilesa, the road is plagued by potholes, gullies, and dangerous conditions that put the lives of travellers at risk.
Lamentations of Commuters
Motorists, especially public transport operators, have been vocal about the perils of navigating the neglected highway. Stories of frequent accidents, vehicle damage, and loss of life have become commonplace, painting a grim picture of the road’s current state.
Call for Urgent Repairs
Commercial drivers, residents, and commuters alike have called on the government to take urgent action in repairing the Ibadan-Ife-Ilesa Expressway. The road, once a vital link for transportation, has now become a nightmare for those who rely on it for their daily commute.
Government Response
While the road’s condition remains dire, there is hope on the horizon. The lawmaker representing Osun West senatorial district has assured that funds for the road’s repair have been allocated in the 2024 budget. Residents are urged to be patient as efforts are made to alleviate the current hardship faced by travellers on the Ibadan-Ife-Ilesa Expressway.
