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The Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) has signed a Long-Term Strategic Framework Agreement (LSFA) with the Global Cooperation Promotion Research Centre (GCPRC).
The agreement signed at the FERMA headquarters in Abuja, last week, formalised the cooperation between FERMA, Nigeria’s statutory road maintenance agency, and GCPRC, an international think-tank established in Nigeria in February 2025 under the supervision of the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning.
GCPRC is dedicated to fostering global cooperation, advancing South-South partnerships, and deepening the China-Nigeria strategic relationship.
Under the terms of the agreement, both parties will collaborate in repairs and maintenance of federal road networks, road transportation security and road asset management.
The partnership is aimed at leveraging on international best practices, particularly China’s expertise in modern road construction and management, to accelerate the modernisation of Nigeria’s transportation infrastructure in compliance with Nigerian laws and standards.
It also emphasised the adoption of modern and innovative road maintenance policies, including technology transfer and capacity building, which will strengthen Nigeria’s ability to manage its road networks, and in the long run, significantly improve road quality across the country.
Speaking at the event, the Managing Director/CEO of FERMA, Dr Emeka Agbasi, said the signing of the MoU is a major milestone for FERMA and Nigeria.
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“Our mandate has always been to maintain and improve the federal road network, and through this agreement with GCPRC, we are positioning ourselves to adopt global best practices in road asset management, maintenance technology and capacity building. This collaboration will not only improve the condition and safety of our roads, but will also strengthen Nigeria’s capacity to sustainably manage critical infrastructure well into the future,” Agbasi said.
On his part, the Head of GCPRC, Mr. Li Zhensheng, noted that the agreement reflected a shared commitment to development and partnership between Nigeria and China, adding that, “GCPRC is proud to partner with FERMA on this strategic initiative. As a global think-tank, we are committed to building bridges for cooperation, promoting technology transfer and supporting Nigeria in achieving international standards in road maintenance and infrastructure management.
“This partnership is not only about roads, it is about economic growth, industrial integration and deeper cooperation that benefits both Nigeria and China.”
The cooperation framework is said to have outlined mechanisms, such as regular communication channels between both parties, joint project planning and coordinated technical exchanges, FERMA’s authorisation for GCPRC to facilitate and coordinate related business activities in China, ensuring a streamlined cooperation chain, FERMA – GCPRC – Chinese partnership.
The agreement, the parties said, would initially remain in force for two years, with the option for renewal by mutual consent just as it commits both parties to uphold confidentiality, anti-corruption standards and strict compliance with Nigerian law, including the Public Procurement Act and other transparency frameworks.
Experts believe that by establishing this partnership, FERMA and GCPRC have set the stage for a long-term collaboration that could transform Nigeria’s federal road network, promote sustainable infrastructure management and expand bilateral cooperation between Nigeria and China.
