Fresh concerns are mounting in Ogun State after a newly commissioned road linking communities to the Gateway International Airport showed signs of flooding and erosion barely a week after its unveiling.
The affected stretch, part of the Ilishan–Iperu corridor, was designed as a strategic access route to the airport, but early rainfall has already exposed what observers describe as potential structural weaknesses.
A source who spoke on the development warned that the situation could worsen if urgent action is not taken, calling on Governor Dapo Abiodun to intervene before the damage escalates.
“Kindly draw the attention of His Excellency… to the newly constructed road leading to Gateway International Airport along Ilishan-Iperu Road, which was commissioned just a week ago but is already being affected by erosion due to flooding,” the source said.
Invoking a local proverb to stress the seriousness of the issue, the source added, “A road is not judged on the day it is opened, but by how well it stands after the first rain.”
Video evidence circulating online shows large sections of the road submerged after rainfall, with motorists struggling to navigate flooded areas, raising immediate safety concerns and questions about the drainage system.
The development sharply contrasts with earlier assurances from the state government, which had described the project as a major infrastructure milestone aimed at boosting connectivity and economic growth.
Governor Abiodun had previously stated that the 5.3-kilometre road project had reached its final asphalting stage, highlighting completed drainage systems, earthworks, and stabilised layers designed to ensure durability.
He also emphasised the road’s strategic importance, noting that it would enhance access to the Gateway International Airport and link seamlessly with the Sagamu–Benin Expressway, positioning Ogun as a logistics and aviation hub.
However, the early signs of flooding have triggered widespread concern among residents and road users, many of whom fear the infrastructure may not withstand the region’s seasonal rains if corrective measures are not urgently implemented.
With public scrutiny intensifying, attention is now on the state government to address the issues swiftly and reassure citizens about the long-term viability of the project.
