Rehabilitation work on the Benin‑Sapele Road has resumed after a temporary halt caused by heavy rainfall, offering relief to motorists and traders along the route.
The stretch of road that links Benin City to Sapele in Delta State had been closed for several days as flooding and washouts made construction unsafe.
Contractors say the rains have subsided and the road is now safe for crews to continue the rehabilitation work that was paused last month.
The restart is expected to reduce traffic congestion and improve trade between the two cities, easing the daily commute for commuters and the flow of goods for local traders.
Local traders and commuters have welcomed the resumption, citing earlier delays and the importance of the road for regional commerce.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
