In an on-site assessment of the ring road project along the Are-Afao road, the Ekiti State Local Content Bureau, led by Hon. Lekan Ijidale,has issued a stern warning to Crenburg Construction Company for failing to meet local content requirements.
Hon. Ijidale emphasized that all materials that can be sourced locally must be procured within the state, and companies must seek approval from the bureau for any exceptions. Furthermore, he stressed that a significant portion of the labor force should be sourced locally, reflecting the state’s commitment to supporting its residents.
During this third visit to the site, it was discovered that only 5 out of the 38 workers were from Ekiti State, prompting concerns over non-compliance.
Hon. Ijidale reiterated that Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s administration would not tolerate such breaches, warning that Crenburg Construction Company would face sanctions if they failed to comply with the stipulated conditions.
“We are committed to enforcing local content compliance,” Hon. Ijidale stated. “Ekiti people must be employed, and any deviation from this will be met with strict penalties.”
