Ariyo–Odeyale Road Project to Begin in Two Weeks — Dr. Temitope Glorious Assures, Commends Governor Seyi Makinde …Empowers PDP Members Affected During Last Campaign

The long-anticipated dualization of the Ariyo–Odeyale Road in Ona Ara Local Government is officially set to commence within the next two weeks, following the approval and formal signing of the project by His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde, on Monday.

This announcement was made by the Executive Chairman of Ona Ara Local Government, Dr. Temitope Kolapo GLORIOUS, during the monthly meeting of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) held today at Elekuro High School, Ibadan.

In his address, Dr. GLORIOUS expressed profound gratitude to Governor Makinde for his steadfast commitment to infrastructure renewal and grassroots development across Oyo State. He described the Ariyo–Odeyale road project as a “bold move toward enhancing economic activities and easing transportation challenges within Ona Ara.” He attributed the progress to the responsive governance style of Governor Makinde and the administration’s people-centered approach.

Providing further updates, Dr. GLORIOUS announced that the Onisebe Bridge, which began reconstruction a few weeks ago, is almost completed and will soon be commissioned by the State PDP Secretary, Alhaji Wasiu Adeleke. He also revealed that the Kate and Ajia Bridges, currently at the final stages of construction, will be commissioned by Dr. Ezekiel Oladimeji Temitope OTOPE, Director-General of Lagos and Abuja Liaison Offices.

In a heartwarming gesture of support and party solidarity, Dr. GLORIOUS empowered two PDP members who suffered personal losses during the last local government campaign. A vulcanizer whose machine was stolen received a brand-new vulcanizing machine, while a female party member whose phone was stolen at a meeting was gifted a new smartphone.

The well-attended meeting was presided over by Hon. Mosobalaje Bakare, PDP Chairman in Ona Ara. Also in attendance were notable party figures including Alhaji Waidi Adurodekun, Hon. Akeem Taiwo Oke, Pa Jaye Bankole, Pa Oyadiran, Hon. Taiwo Ibrahim, and Alfa Kehinde Adeyemo.

The Legislative Council Leader, Hon. Abolade Femi (Yerima), ward councillors, supervisory councillors, special assistants to the Chairman, women and youth leaders, and all eleven ward chairmen also participated fully.

The meeting welcomed Alhaji Lukman Adesina, Chairman of all PDP Local Government Chairmen in Oyo State, as a special guest.

In his remark, Alhaji Lukman commended the Executive Chairman for his unwavering efforts in building and strengthening the party structure, noting that the massive turnout at the meeting was so overwhelming that he initially thought a ceremony was taking place — only to discover it was a party meeting.

His comment was met with loud applause from attendees, highlighting the Chairman’s growing popularity and grassroots connection.

These developments signal another stride in the ongoing transformation of Ona Ara under the leadership of Dr. Temitope GLORIOUS, in alignment with Governor Makinde’s Sustainable Development Agenda, focusing on infrastructure, education, social welfare, and grassroots empowerment.