The Lagos State Government on Friday in Lagos said it has not abandoned any road in the state.
A statement signed by Mr Biola Fagunwa, spokesman for the Lagos State Ministry of Works and Infrastructure debunked media reports that some roads were abandoned.
Fagunwa also said road constructions were not elitist in consideration but touched all parts of the state.
He said there were several ongoing road constructions along the Lagos West axis that were yet to be completed.
He mentioned the Okota-Palace roads, Ayobo, Ipaja, Isheri-Oshun-Jakande, Iyana Ejigbo road, Mushin-Isolo and Mushin-Itire road projects as examples of such roads.
Fagunwa said, “As much as the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure appreciates the media and the general public for their watchdog role on the activities of the State Government, it is also very pertinent to restate that the commitment of this administration remains the completion of various road projects presently undergoing construction.
“However, understanding this commitment of ours requires that members of the public be aware of some facts to guide their commentaries and help them air informed views.
“It should be noted that the State Government will not embark on any road construction without proper plans in place and the necessary logistics that would see to the completion of the project.
“All the roads mentioned above still have their contractors on-site, whether at Ayobo-Ipaja where a Phase of the construction work is almost completed or in Mushin -Isolo, as well as the Okota road where the last phase has just been awarded.