By Oghenefejiro Emado
25, October 2026
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Delta EXCO approves Warri Ring Road
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The Delta State Executive Council (EXCO) has approved the construction, reconstruction and rehabilitation of several critical roads across the three senatorial districts of the state, with major focus on Warri, Effurun, Ughelli, Asaba and other towns.
The approvals were granted during the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori at Government House, Asaba.
Briefing journalists after the meeting, the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, who was flanked by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon, said the approvals are part of government’s efforts to improve road connectivity and ease traffic flow.
Key Approvals in Warri/Effurun Axis:
Warri Ring Road Phase 1:Reconstruction of the stretch from First Marine Gates to Port Gate.
Old Port Gate to NPA Expressway: Rehabilitation of the road linking Old Port Gate to NPA Expressway.
Airport Road, Warri: Rapid rehabilitation and asphalt overlay.
Jakpa Road, Effurun: Rehabilitation and asphalt overlay.
Refinery Road, Effurun: Complete rehabilitation. Aniagwu said the road has deteriorated badly and has become a nightmare to motorists and residents, prompting the Governor to direct the Ministry to assess it and present to EXCO.
Ughelli and Agbor:
The Council approved extension of the ongoing flyover project at Otovwodo Junction, Ughelli with additional works on the adjoining road corridor. A similar extension was approved for the project towards College Junction, Agbor.
Oshimili North:
– Reconstruction and rehabilitation of Ugbolu-Illah Road.
– Construction of Dr. Sunday Okonji Drive, Opone Street and Dr. & Mrs. Ojogho Street.
– Completion of Chief Patrick Ukah Way in Okpanam leading to Okotomi Quarters.
Other LGA:
Udu LGA: Construction of A.I. Mofo Street, Otor-Udu.
Ika North-East: Construction of Iwezue Street, Boji-Boji.
Isoko South: Reconstruction of Emede Internal Road in two phases.
Ukwuani LGA: Construction of Eziokpor Road Phase II, including spur to Odalonu Street, Obiaruku.
Okpe LGA: Eyimofe Street, Orerokpe; Guest House Road, Ugbokodo and Zion Street, Ughoton.
Asaba Capital Territory: Paul Enebeli Close, Opene Street, Waterholic Street, Flourish Garden Apartment Lane including spur to Princess Ajudua Extension, and Oyemike Street with spur off Ralph Uwhechue Road.
Beyond roads, EXCO also approved:
– Construction of permanent office buildings for the Delta State Electricity Regulatory Commission and the Rural Development Agency. Aniagwu explained that the Electricity Commission office will help the state take advantage of the new power sector reforms that give more powers to states to develop their electricity market.
– Construction of an ultra-modern MBA Lecture Theatre at Delta State University, Abraka.
– Construction of a Clubhouse for civil servants at the State Secretariat, Asaba.
Aniagwu assured that the Oborevwori administration remains focused on delivering its MORE Agenda and will not be distracted by preparations for the 2027 general elections.
