Osun Flyover: Gov’t to shut Olaiya Intersection for Nine Months

Abimbola Abatta, Osogbo

Osun State government is set to close down the popular Olaiya Intersection in Osogbo in preparation for the immediate construction of a 625 metres flyover.

The flyover, according to the government, would cushion the incessant and avoidable accidents and traffic gridlock associated with the area.

Special Adviser to the Governor on Works & Transport, Engr. Olatoke Olaniyan informed residents and motorists of the State that the Olaiya intersection would be shut down on Thursday, February 18, 2021.

He added that the intersection would remain shut for nine months.

Olaniyan who stated this in a press statement on Wednesday said, “In order to ensure economic activities are not paralyzed and ensure free flow of vehicular movements within and around Osogbo, diversion routes have been created and road diversion signs installed.

“Men of the FRSC, NPF, NSCDC & OYES will be assisted by officers from the office of transportation in the ministry of works and transport, and other paramilitary organizations in the 9 months of the construction to guide and direct motorists.

“Recall that a three-hour demo was observed three weeks ago to sensitize the public and observe all precautionary measures towards the diversion routes

“All corrections and observations noted during the test have been effected and new routes created.”

He enjoined members of the public to observe the road signs and cooperate with law enforcement agencies to make the road diversion seamless.