Federal Government Approves 3 Additional Road Projects In Niger

The federal government has approved construction of three additional road projects in Niger State.

The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, said President Bola Tinubu approved the three road projects totalling 306.5 kilometres.

The Minister, in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Mr. Francis Nwaze, named the projects to include; Mokwa–Bida Road (120km), Mokwa–Makera Road (63km) and Bida–Labata Road (123.5km)

He said, “the three projects total 306.5 kilometres and will be reconstructed using reinforced concrete pavement to ensure durability and long-term value.”

In a related development, the President also approved the extension of the Bodo–Bonny Road to connect with the East–West Road.

He added that the project will be executed on a dual carriageway capacity, constructed with concrete pavement, and equipped with solar-powered street lighting.

According to him, the project will be delivered through a competitive bidding process.

The Minister of Works expressed deep appreciation to the President for the strategic approvals, noting that the projects fall within critical national economic corridors and will significantly enhance connectivity, trade, and development.

He called on Nigerians to acknowledge and appreciate the administration’s sustained commitment to infrastructure development across the six geopolitical zones, particularly in the delivery of quality roads and bridges nationwide.

The Minister congratulated the governors and people of Niger and Rivers States, as well as all Nigerians who stand to benefit from these approvals.

He further urged Nigerians to continue to support, encourage, and pray for the President as the administration remained focused on delivering dividends of democracy to the people.