SAPELE—Residents of Sapele, Delta State, today hailed the Sunano Foundation for embarking on the patching of failed portions along Cemetery Road by Yoruba Road down to Market Road, a project they said has brought relief to road users.
The Chief Executive Officer of the foundation, Mr. Gabriel Sunano, who led the exercise, explained that the intervention was carried out with the approval of the local government chairman, Hon. Bright Abeke. “The chairman gave his blessing for us to handle this portion, and he came to see the job being done. We appreciate his support and encouragement,” he said.
According to Sunano, the initiative was part of the foundation’s ongoing effort to complement government’s work. “We use this road every day, and we cannot fold our arms while it becomes worse. This is our little way of contributing to society,” he noted.
The contractor handling the project, Mr. Henry Esiegorkoko, assured that quality materials were being used to ensure durability. “We are not just patching for the sake of patching. We are using the best stones and binding materials so that motorists and tricyclists will enjoy it for a long time,” he said.
Also speaking, the manager of Sunano Foundation, Mr. Emmanuel Anthony, stressed that the foundation’s core mission remained service to humanity. “Our major purpose is to help the aged, widows, and the needy. Today, we decided to fix this bad spots because it affects everyone. We believe in practical assistance, not just handouts,” he added.
Residents who witnessed the work showered praises on the foundation. A passerby, Mr. Larry Friday, told Newsmen that “This is commendable. Government alone cannot do everything, so what Mr. Sunano is doing is worth emulating. This road is becoming a nightmare for drivers.”
Another resident, Mr. Henry Johnson, echoed similar sentiments. “Many NGOs focus only on giving out food and cash, but here is one that is fixing infrastructure. That is real impact. We thank them,” he said.
Mrs. Stella Ugbomah, a petty trader near Yoruba Road, said the foundation’s effort had direct benefits for her business. “Before now, cars avoided this stretch, and that affected sales. Now that the road is better, more people will pass here, and that means more customers for us,” she remarked.
Mr. Osahon Igbinedion, a commercial tricycle operator, also lauded the project. “Every day my keke was breaking down because of the potholes. With this work, at least I can save money on repairs. Sunano Foundation has done well for us,” he said.
Sunano Foundation is not new to charitable gestures. In the past, it has distributed rice, cash, and relief materials to widows, orphans, and other vulnerable groups in Sapele and beyond. Today’s road intervention, residents said, was further proof that the foundation was committed to practical community service.
