By Daniel Tyokua
President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstruction of three strategic roads in Niger state, totaling 306.5 kilometres.
The toads are Mokwa–Bida Road- 120km,
Mokwa–Makeri Road 63km, Bida–Labata Road 123.5km,
In a statement issued late Thursday, by Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of Works, Francis Nwaze, said the roads will be reconstructed using reinforced concrete pavement.
It also said the project also includes the extension of the Bodo–Bonny Road to connect with the East–West Road, which will be executed on a dual carriageway capacity, constructed with concrete pavement, and equipped with solar-powered street lighting.
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, expressed deep appreciation to President Tinubu for the 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.
Umahi congratulated the governors and good people of Niger and Rivers States, as well as Nigerians who stand to benefit from these landmark approvals.
He urged Nigerians to continue to support, encourage, and pray for Mr. President as the administration remains focused on delivering dividends of democracy to the people.
