Minister Orders Emergency Repairs On Failed Kaduna-Abuja Expressway

Minister of State for Works, Bello Muhammad Goronyo, has directed emergency repairs on failed sections of the Kaduna-Abuja Highway.

Goronyo embarked on an inspection of the critical portion of the expressway, where he gave the order on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

A statement by the director of Information, Federal Ministry of Works, Mohammed Ahmed, said the affected stretch, approximately 500 metres by the Federal Cooperative College at Abuja Junction in Kaduna, has been causing delays in the movement of people, goods and services.

“This vital corridor is a major link within the nation’s socio-economic zones, and its failed condition has heightened the hardship of motorists and impacted economic activities greatly,” he said.
In his remarks during the visit, the minister emphasised the road’s strategic importance, reiterating President Tinubu’s commitment to making Nigerian roads motorable and safe despite existing funding constraints.

He noted that the president has made it a priority to ensure swift interventions, where necessary, to ease Nigerians’ suffering.

Goronyo, on behalf of the minister of works, Engr. David Umahi assured the public that the ministry has assessed the identified portion of the road and will commence immediate emergency repairs.

“This proactive measure is part of the government’s broader agenda to strengthen road infrastructure and promote an efficient transportation network across the country,” he said.

While appreciating the patience and understanding of road users, the minister assured the public of concerted efforts to deliver quality roads and bridges for accelerated national development.