The Ekiti State Government has announced that the second phase of the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) will commence very soon, as part of its 2026 development agenda aimed at improving rural connectivity and boosting agricultural productivity across the state.
Governor Biodun Oyebanji disclosed this during his 2026 New Year State Broadcast, where he said the project has already delivered significant impact in its first phase, with rural roads currently under construction in different parts of Ekiti State, totaling about 100 kilometers.
According to the governor, some of the RAAMP roads have already been completed, while others are at various stages of completion, providing easier access for farmers, traders, and rural dwellers to markets, health facilities, and other essential services.
“The Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) is currently constructing rural roads in different parts of Ekiti, totaling about 100 kilometers. Some of the roads have been completed, while some are at different levels of completion. The second phase of the project will commence very soon,” Oyebanji said.
He explained that the project aligns with his administration’s broader strategy to strengthen the rural economy, reduce post-harvest losses, and support food distribution by improving access roads linking farming communities to towns and markets.
Oyebanji noted that the state’s investment in rural infrastructure is designed to complement other agricultural initiatives, as reliable road networks remain critical to agricultural value chains and rural development.
The governor assured residents that the second phase of RAAMP would expand the scope of rural road construction to cover more communities across the state, ensuring that development is evenly spread.
He added that the government remains committed to delivering people-focused projects that directly impact livelihoods, particularly in rural areas where agriculture remains a major source of income.
Oyebanji stressed that his administration would continue to monitor the quality and pace of work on RAAMP projects to ensure value for money and timely delivery.
He also thanked Ekiti residents for their support and cooperation, stating that sustained collaboration between the government and the people has made it possible to implement large-scale infrastructure projects despite economic challenges.
The governor reaffirmed that rural development would remain a priority in 2026, as the state builds on achievements recorded in 2025. He said improved access would enhance incomes statewide impact.
