The Federal Executive Council (FEC) actively greenlit 14 critical road projects nationwide, prioritizing infrastructure upgrades.
Transitioning decisively, this N660.26 billion investment modernizes transportation networks and strengthens nationwide connectivity.
Following President Bola Tinubu’s leadership at the Abuja council meeting, Works Minister David Umahi promptly revealed the awarded contracts.
Consequently, this announcement underscored the government’s carefully chosen infrastructure upgrade priorities, further demonstrating a firm commitment to national development.
Consequently, this decision underscores the proactive approach to enhance infrastructure.
Minister Umahi’s announcement, indeed, signals a pivotal moment, emphasizing the administration’s focus on tangible improvements and efficient execution of critical projects to drive economic growth.
Consequently, improved connectivity across regions will result.
Therefore, this announcement represents forward momentum.
Umahi revealed that the approved projects span various states and include both new contracts and variations of existing ones.
Prioritizing infrastructure upgrades, Bauchi State’s Aakalari-Ukuk road rehabilitation advances under a rescoped contract. Contractors will execute phase one at N11.27 billion, concluding within six months.
“Building on momentum, Abia State approved a revised N5.92 billion phase one for the Uturu-Isuikwuato-Akara road, prioritizing accelerated infrastructure development.”
Subsequently, the contractors are now swiftly aiming to finalize the project within six months, which is a remarkable achievement demonstrating their steadfast commitment.
Moreover, this accelerated completion buttresses the enhanced regional connectivity and stimulates significant economic growth throughout southeastern Nigeria, promising a prosperous future.
To enhance regional infrastructure, the federal government allocated N198 billion toward the Zaria-Katsina road project.
Transitioning strategically, this 36-month initiative will streamline interstate connectivity while accelerating economic growth across Northern Nigeria.
The Kano-Maiduguri road project also received attention, with a section awarded to Tractor Nigeria Limited through competitive bidding.
This contract, worth N128.39 billion, has a construction period of 18 months.
The Federal Executive Council actively greenlit key infrastructure projects: Bagudu Road (N2.64B) in Kebbi; Obanewi Arisizogu-Okiwe Road (N8.45B) across Imo/Anambra; Iyin-Ilawe Ekiti (N15.62B); Ilogu Road (N7.55B) Phase I — all set for six-month completion.
Meanwhile, approvals advanced for Wukari-Aquana Road (Taraba, N12.61B, 12 months); Bida-Lapaya-Lambata (Niger, N39.49B Phase I); Gada-Zamazuru-Gamji (Kebbi, N11.97B) — each targeting six-month delivery.
Additionally, Oyo’s Kamakish Road secured rescoping approval (N12.35B, 12 months), while Lagos’ Outer Marina Shore Protection saw costs rise to N176B to safeguard federal assets.
Umahi emphasized that the council is committed to prioritizing inherited projects based on available funds to ensure timely completion.
He stressed protecting existing infrastructure from decay and prioritizing proactive upkeep to extend lifespan and ensure reliability.
Transitioning strategically, he framed federal development initiatives as economic drivers, directly linking infrastructure investments to national growth targets.
