As part of arrangements to ensure free follow of traffic in Okene Local Government,
some roads within Okene town shall be blocked from vehicular movement during the visit of President Muhammadu Buhari in Kogi state.
During the visit, the president will commission some legacy projects of Governor Yahaya Bello administration on Thursday.
DailyNewscraft. Reports that Governor Yahaya Bello inspected the world bank assisted Referrer Hospital in Okene, a major project to be Commission by Mr. President.
The Governor also inspected roads project in Agassa Community, the home town of the Governor in readiness for commissioning.
DailyNewscraft also report that workers were busy clearing where Mr. President’s chopper will land in Okene
The list of the affected roads that will be blocked to general traffic during President visit were contained in a statement signed by Abdulmumin Abubakar,Special Adviser to the Chairman,(Media & Publicity) in Okene on Wednesday.
According to the Chairman’s aide, the blockade will affect Obehira Junction along Okengwe road, Agassa roundabout, Junction around Dabras hotel, Obangede junction along Ogaminana road and Check-point junction along Auchi-Ajaokuta road, beginning from 7a.m Thursday, 29th December, 2022.
“However, those on essential duties, invited royal fathers and guests, party supporters, government functionaries and the general public are expected to arrive Okene town before 7a.m.
“Invited royal fathers will assemble at the office of the Chairman, Okene Local Government for onward movement to the newly constructed palace while the good people of Ebiraland will gather at the Local Government Secretariat to give Mr President a resounding welcome.
“The restriction will also affect Okene main market as it is expected to be closed for business within the period of President’s visit. These arrangements have already been discussed with the TRADERS ASSOCIATION, NURTW, KEKE NAPEP & MOTORCYCLE UNIONS.
“Government urge the people to adhere strictly to these restrictions as they commend the major stakeholders for their show of understanding,”he said.