Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, has voiced strong condemnation over the deliberate destruction of public infrastructure, calling for strict enforcement against individuals undermining federal road projects.

On Sunday, Onanuga took to 𝕏 (formerly Twitter) in response to a viral video highlighting damage on the Ibadan–Ilesa/Ife federal highway, which is currently under reconstruction. He described the acts as intentional sabotage of a vital national asset and labelled those responsible as enemies of public development.

The footage showed individuals wearing reflective jackets marked with the Federal Ministry of Works insignia, revealing how critical components of the highway were being removed.

Officials in the video stated that vandals specifically targeted starter bars, essential reinforcement materials in the construction process, cutting and extracting them from various sections of the road. While some bars remained intact, others were completely removed, undermining the structural integrity of the ongoing works.

Starter bars, also referred to as shoulder rods, are crucial for maintaining alignment and providing strength to the concrete in road construction. Their removal poses a serious threat to both safety and project quality.

The Ibadan–Ilesa/Ife expressway, connecting Oyo and Osun states, is a key federal project designed to enhance interstate transport and boost economic activities across the region. Onanuga’s statement emphasizes the urgent need to protect such strategic infrastructure from sabotage.

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