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Abandoned road in Oshodi The less than 300 metres road that links the two church bus stops in Oshodi is known as Daodu Street. The street is important in the transport network within the community. It also connects communities like Mile 2 and Isolo to other communities like Ikeja and Agege. This important road has deteriorated to the point of total collapse for years. Previous administrations have neglected the road without any moves to upgrade, re-surface or re-construct it. A female friend once jokingly said that she often quarrelled with Okada riders for taking her through this terrible road. It’s that bad. Over six months ago, the Bolaji Ariyo-led government commenced the rehabilitation of this road much to everyone’s delight. Alas, after over six months, the road has yet to be completed; in fact, the rehabilitation has been abandoned without any trace of the contractor. This is not expected from an administration that brought so much hope to...