President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the immediate reconstruction of three major federal roads in Niger State as part of ongoing effort to booster infrastructure development in northern Nigeria.
The projects, which total 306.5 kilometres, will be constructed using reinforced concrete pavement technology to ensure durability and long-term value.
The approved roads are, Mokwa–Bida Road (120km), Mokwa–Makeri Road (63km) and Bida–Labata Road (123.5km)
In a separate but equally strategic approval, the President has also given the green light for the extension of the Bodo–Bonny Road in Rivers State.
According to details from the Ministry of Works, the project will be executed as a dual carriageway designed to connect with the East–West Road, a critical artery for the nation’s economy. It will also be constructed with concrete pavement and equipped with solar-powered street lighting to enhance safety and durability.
The Federal Government has stated that the project will be delivered through a competitive bidding process to ensure transparency and value for money.
Reacting to the development, the Honourable Minister of Works, His Excellency Senator Engr. David Umahi, CON, expressed profound gratitude to the President. He described the approvals as strategic, noting that the roads fall within critical national economic corridors.
“These approvals by Mr. President are a testament to this administration’s unwavering commitment to infrastructure development,” Senator Umahi stated.
He said: “The use of concrete pavement for these projects, including the Bodo–Bonny extension, is a deliberate policy to guarantee longevity and reduce the cost of maintenance, ensuring that Nigerians get the best value for their money. These roads will significantly enhance connectivity, trade, and development across these regions.”
In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja, the Senior Special Assistant to the Honourable Minister of Works (Media), Francis Nwaze, FIPMD, quoted the Minister as calling on Nigerians to acknowledge and support the administration’s sustained efforts in delivering quality roads and bridges nationwide.
According to the statement, Senator Umahi specifically congratulated the governors and the good people of Niger and Rivers States, as well as all Nigerians who stand to benefit from these landmark approvals. He urged continued support for the President, emphasizing that the administration remains focused on delivering the dividends of democracy to the people.
“Together, we can,” the statement concluded.
The projects are expected to commence in the coming months, bringing relief and improved access to communities along these vital
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