Businessman, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has commissioned a newly constructed one-kilometre asphalt road in Ifedolapo community, located in the Pipeline area of Ilorin, Kwara State.
The commissioning ceremony was performed by former Akwa Ibom State Governor, Obong Victor Attah, and was attended by a distinguished gathering of political and business leaders from across the country.
Among the dignitaries present were former Jigawa State Governor, Alhaji Sule Lamido; former Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Asimiyu Alarape; and Chairman of Sobi FM, Mallam Lukman Mustapha.
Others included former Kwara State Commissioner for Water and Women Affairs, Dr. Mopelola Abdulmalik Bashir; and former Commissioner for Housing in the state, Hon. Akaje Ibrahim.
Olawepo-Hashim emphasised the importance of private sector involvement in infrastructure development, noting that quality roads are essential for economic growth and community well-being. The 2019 presidential candidate of the People’s Trust reaffirmed his commitment to supporting development projects that improve the quality of life for Nigerians.
Attah, a former Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, commended Olawepo-Hashim for his vision and philanthropic efforts, and described the road as a significant contribution to the socio-economic development of the area.
Lamido, who had also been Minister of Foreign Affairs, praised Olawepo-Hashim for the road project.
He jokingly renamed the road “Gbenga Residential Area (GRA)”, stating that he expected nothing less from a man of Olawepo-Hashim’s stature.
He further said that Kwara State citizens did not fully recognise the philanthropist’s value as much as those outside the state do, emphasising his national significance as a leader.
Residents of Ifedolapo community, led by their Chairman, Alhaji Gani Adeshina expressed their gratitude, highlighting the road’s impact in easing transportation, boosting local businesses, and improving access to essential services.
The road is an addition to the various micro-level major roads Olawepo-Hashim has mended over time, linking Excellence Hall to the newly constructed Danialu Awolowo Road.
This initiative further solidifies his reputation as a leader committed to national development and community empowerment.
