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From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja
After taking over Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL)-funded roads projects, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu released ₦127 billion for the continuation of the projects.
Addressing the press in Abuja, Minister of Works David Umahi underscored the administration’s commitment to completing inherited infrastructure initiatives, adding that an estimated ₦7 trillion will be required to complete all NNPCL-funded projects. He described them as critical to national connectivity and economic development.
Umahi further revealed that the Federal Government inherited 6,604 ongoing federal road and bridge projects nationwide, with a projected ₦16.9 trillion required for their completion. He reiterated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed that all inherited projects must be completed, stressing that infrastructure development remains a top priority of the administration.
The minister reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the execution of these projects, assuring Nigerians that the government is determined to deliver quality infrastructure that meets international standards.
The minister highlighted the Federal Government’s adoption of reinforced concrete road technology, which is expected to last between 50 years and 100 years, compared to the traditional asphalt roads. He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for supporting long-term infrastructure development and for approving several strategic road projects nationwide.
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The minister announced the
extension of the Bodo–Bonny Road by 8.7km to link the East–West Road, using concrete pavement technology.
He added that progress on major legacy road corridors including routes connecting Akwanga – Jos – Bauchi – Gombe – Maiduguri;
expansion of CCTV surveillance on major bridges and highways to curb vandalism and enhance monitoring.
The minister emphasised that federal road projects are distributed based on national development priorities, not regional considerations. He called on Nigerians to support national unity and protect public assets.
“The Federal Government is considering stronger policies and collaboration with private sector partners and state governments to improve road maintenance and enforce compliance against illegal road obstructions and structures” he said.
In a statement, the minister used the occasion to clarify that the Federal Ministry of Works did not award the Abuja–Kaduna Road contract to Mikano International Limited. The Minister stated that the contract was awarded to Infiouest International Limited, in line with due procurement processes and transparency standards.
In his remarks, Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Works, Mr. Rafiu Adeladan, thanked members of the press for their continued partnership and commitment to national development.
He reiterated the ministry’s commitment to transparency and urged the public and media to verify facts and provide constructive feedback to support improved service delivery.
