
Residents and motorists in Benin City, the Edo State capital, have complained about the deteriorating condition of the city's central district, including the popular Ring Road and Kings Square. According to Leadership, they warned that deep potholes and overgrown weeds pose safety risks and damage the image of the state, urging authorities to address the situation.
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