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2026

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UMAHI, EKITI GOVERNOR DISCUSSES STRATEGIC ROAD SECTOR DEVELOPMENT

The Honourable Minister of Works, David Nweze Umahi, CON, FNSE, FNATE, has restated the Federal Government's commitment to equitable infrastructure development across Nigeria, adding that the Renewed Hope administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, is ensuring that no state is left behind in the delivery of road and bridge projects. He also attributed the overwhelming support for the ruling party to the visible achievements of President Tinubu's administration, particularly in the area of infrastructure development.
He noted that the President has demonstrated fairness in the distribution of road projects across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, stressing that communities that had previously gotten little or no Federal Government road intervention are now benefiting.

The Minister recalled that during his eight-year tenure as Governor of Ebonyi State, there were no significant federal road projects in the state, adding that similar situations existed in Ekiti and several other states. He commended President Tinubu for changing the narrative through his inclusive approach to nationalist development.

Engr. Umahi assured the Governor that all subsisting contracts in Ekiti State would be executed strictly in accordance with engineering principles and measurements, emphasising that contractors were selected transparently, in line with the Public Procurement Act. He further asserted that the Ekiti State Government would be kept fully informed to enable effective monitoring of project implementation.

He further reaffirmed the Ministry's commitment to delivering durable and high-quality road infrastructure that will enhance economic activities, improve connectivity, and support the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu.

Speaking earlier, the Governor of Ekiti State expressed profound appreciation to President Tinubu and the Honourable Minister for the numerous road infrastructure interventions in the State. He recalled that following his appeal to the President, through the Honourable Minister, approval was granted for the reconstruction of the Ado–Iyin–Aramoko road, a project that had remained uncompleted for several years despite repeated promises by successive administrations. He noted that contractors were mobilised to the site within weeks of the approval, demonstrating the President's commitment to prompt project execution.

Governor Oyebanji also stated that the swift commencement of the project generated widespread appreciation among the people of Ekiti State and strengthened public confidence in the Federal Government's commitment to infrastructure development.
He also thanked President Tinubu for approving the construction of the Ado–Ijan–Ikole Road, describing it as another strategic route that will significantly improve transportation and economic activities within the State and beyond.

The Governor disclosed that, since the creation of Ekiti State nearly three decades ago, no administration has demonstrated such a remarkable level of commitment to the state's infrastructure development as the current one. According to him, the people of Ekiti now have a renewed sense of belonging as a result of the Federal Government's numerous interventions in roads and other critical sectors.
Oyebanji described his visit to the Ministry as one of appreciation, conveying the gratitude of the people of Ekiti State to the President and the Honourable Minister for their dedication to improving the nation's road landscape.

The meeting further underscored the strong collaboration between the Federal Government and Ekiti State Government in advancing infrastructure development for the benefit of citizens and national economic growth.

Sep

2021

FG Begins Immediate Repairs On Sections Affected By Flooding In Five States * Others to receive attention soon. The Minister of Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Raji Fashola, SAN Tuesday directed the immediate Emergency Repairs on Sections where failure had occurred due to flooding caused by heavy rainfall in five states across the country. Fashola who gave the directive at a briefing meeting in Abuja named the roads for immediate intervention to include Ibadan – Ife Road, Gombe – Bauchi Road, Gombe – Darazo; Bauchi – Ningi, Bida – Lambata, and Tsamiya bridge in Jigawa State, also assured of continuous attention to other roads with similar problems. The Minister said that the Federal government is committed to infrastructure development and will respond promptly to complaints from citizens. He however, appealed to commuters to be patient with the government as the excessive rains being witnessed has negative effect on road construction and rehabilitation. He expressed his Ministry’s commitment to do all within its means to ease the hardship of commuters. ...

Sep

2021

FG Has Not Abandoned Birnin - Yauri- Rijau- Zuru -Daki Takwas Road The Federal Ministry of Works and Housing (FMW& H) has assured the road users of her commitment to fix Birnin -Yauri- Rijau- Zuru -Daki -Takwas Road in Kebbi State and make it safe for the public as, H & M Nigeria Limited, a Civil Engineering Company, Kau International (Nig) Ltd and Great Northern International Construction Company were engaged by the Ministry to deliver the project as proposed. Speaking, on the receipt of a report from road users that the Federal Government has abandoned the road, the Director, Highway Construction and Rehabilitation (FMW& H), Engr. Folorunsho Esan noted that, although the contractors had achieved various levels of progress but had suspended activities due to challenges poised by banditry, however with the reduction in activities of bandits in the area, all the contractors have decided to resume work on site. While commending the understanding of the motorists over the temporary stoppage of construction works and its attendant inconveniences, the Federal Government assures the members of the public and the road users that, all necessary supports will be put in place to ensure that the road is delivered on scheduled. ...

Aug

2021

Minister Assures Motorists For Prompt Intervention On Gashua - Potiskum Damaged Road Minister of State for Works and Housing Engr Abubakar Aliyu has assured motorists plying the Gashua-Potiskum axis of prompt intervention by the government to restore to normal the flood damaged parts of the road. The Minister disclosed this during an on-the - spot assessment of the portions of the road damaged by the flood, assuring motorists that government is already taking urgent steps to remedy the situation. Engr Aliyu spoke through the Federal Controller of Works in Yobe State, Engr Olusegun B. Akinmade, whom he delegated to visit the site said the Gasua-Potiskum Federal highway was recently damaged by massive flooding as a result of heavy downpour. " The ministry would deploy the relevant agency to attend to the affected parts of the road in no time" he said, adding that the most affected part of the highway is a stretch between Garin Gada to Tarajim along the Gashua-Potiskum highway. While commending the understanding of the motorists over the incidence and its attendant inconveniences, Engr Aliyu reaffirmed that the federal government would do all it could to remedy the situation as well as taking measures of averting future occurrences. He said " President Muhammadu Buhari’s commitment to road infrastructure is unprecedented, as evidenced by his administration’s huge investments in road reconstruction and rehabilitation across the country" . Accordingly, the Minister said the prompt assessment of the damaged portion of the highway is a demonstration of the leadership commitment of his ministry working round the clock to deliver on its mandate. Yobe State Commissioner for Works, Engr Umaru Wakili Duddaye, was among the team that inspected the damaged portion. The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) had earlier predicted that about 25 states, including Yobe, would experience flood in 2021 ...