Yobe Govt Signs N22bn Damaturu Flyover Contract

Yobe State government under the administration of Governor Mai Mala Buni has signed a N22.3 billion contract for the construction of a state-of-the-art flyover bridge and underpass at Damaturu main roundabout.

The commissioner for Works, Engr Umar Duddaye, signed the contract on behalf of the state government while Engr Habib Geojea represented the contracting firm, Messrs Triacta Nigeria Limited.

“It is pertinent for me to mention that the governor is giving priority to major infrastructural development which entails the construction of roads, bridges, drainages and all other Civil Engineering works.

“The fly-over bridge and underpass at Damaturu main roundabout will cost N22.3 billion with a completion period of 12 months.

“Also, a contract for the construction of Damaturu-Gambir Road has been signed between the Yobe State government and Messrs Elegance Construction Nigeria Limited with a completion period of nine dry months,” he said.

He also noted that Damaturu Metropolis would undergo a huge transformation through the construction of a 23.5 kilometre road and 27 kilometre of concrete drains and resurfacing on all major roads in the state capital and the project would begin in the second quarter of this year.

The area manager of Triacta Nigeria Limited who spoke on behalf of the contractors pledged to deliver quality work based on the contractual agreement.