The Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project in the Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State.
In a bid to enhance rural infrastructure and boost agricultural productivity, the Ondo State Government, under Governor Akeredolu, has joined the World Bank-assisted Rural Access Mobility Programme (RAMP)—now known as the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP).
Enhancing Rural Infrastructure in Nigeria with EBS 🌍🛣️
The goal of this project is to boost economic growth and improve the living standards of rural communities in Nigeria by providing efficient, long-lasting transport infrastructure crucial for social and economic development.
EBS: A Sustainable Alternative to Asphalt
Officials from SAO Capital, including Mr. Temitope Runsewe and Mr. Ayo Sotinrin, consultants to the State Government, recommended Soil Solutions’ Engineered Base Stabilizer (EBS) as a superior alternative to asphalt, which has proven unreliable during rainy seasons due to frequent washouts.
✔ Erosion & UV Resistant – Ensures road surfaces remain intact year-round
✔ Lower Maintenance Costs – Eliminates frequent repairs and resurfacing
✔ Eco-Friendly & Cost-Effective – Uses local materials for a more sustainable solution
✔ Improved Market Access – Enables farmers to transport their produce with ease
Community Impact & Job Creation
Beyond infrastructure improvement, EBS application will create local employment opportunities, provide skills transfer for contractors, and establish a community-based road maintenance program for long-term sustainability.
Molege Road Demonstration Project
📍 Project Site: Molege Road link to Owo Township Road
📍 Objective: Demonstrate EBS advantages over traditional asphalt
📍 Application Process:
🔹 Surface Preparation – Scarifying, shaping for proper drainage, and compacting
🔹 EBS Surface Seal Application – Applied in multiple coats until penetration was complete
🔹 Traffic Reopening – The stabilized surface was left to cure before being reopened
Results & Benefits
✅ Dust-Free, Safer Roads – Improved visibility & skid resistance
✅ Long-Term Stability – Prevents erosion, potholes, rutting, and corrugation
✅ Enhanced Load-Bearing Capacity – Supports heavier traffic loads
✅ Water & UV Resistant – Withstands extreme weather conditions
✅ Reduced Environmental Impact – Lower CO₂ emissions and minimal resource consumption
With the successful demonstration of EBS, this project sets a new standard for rural road construction in Nigeria, providing lasting benefits for communities, farmers, and local economies.
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