The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, warned contractors on federal road projects in Nigeria to meet agreed deadlines, threatening investigations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) for non‑compliance. During an inspection of the Abuja–Kaduna–Kano road project and the Abuja‑Lokoja highway on Saturday, Umahi singled out contractors on the Abuja‑Lokoja highway, noting that they had achieved less than 20 percent progress despite receiving mobilisation funds. He stressed the need for timely completion, accountability and transparency in the use of public money.
Umahi outlined the scope and timeline of the Abuja‑Kaduna‑Kano project, which is divided into sections. Sections 1 and 3 total 118 kilometres and are valued at N252 billion, with an estimated completion period of 14 months. He also described the Abuja‑Lokoja road as spanning roughly 460 kilometres, effectively two stretches of 230 kilometres each. Contractors on this highway must show substantial progress by November, or risk having the project discontinued.
These warnings reflect the government’s commitment to completing infrastructure projects on schedule and within budget. Heavy investment in road networks, such as the Abuja‑Kaduna‑Kano road and the Abuja‑Lokoja highway, is crucial for linking major cities, boosting trade, commerce and economic growth. By involving anti‑graft agencies, the government aims to ensure contractors fulfil their obligations and deliver quality projects that serve the Nigerian people.
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