The Federal Government has reassured Nigerians of its determination to deliver durable and world-class infrastructure across the country, with a strong emphasis on strict monitoring and compliance by contractors handling ongoing projects.
The assurance was given by the Honourable Minister of Works, Senator David Nweze Umahi, during his nationwide inspection of major federal road projects spanning Sokoto, Kebbi, Benue, and Enugu States.
According to a press release by the Special Adviser to the Minister on Media and Publicity, the inspection tour, which commenced last week, is part of efforts to ensure ongoing construction strictly complies with the engineering standards and policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Umahi emphasized that the Tinubu administration has zero tolerance for substandard projects, noting that contractors who fail to deliver on quality and timelines would be sanctioned.
"The era of shoddy work is gone. Every project must meet international standards. President Tinubu’s proactive infrastructure drive is about boosting trade, creating jobs, and uniting Nigerians. Roads and bridges are key enablers of economic diversification,” Umahi declared.
On 12th September 2025, the Minister inspected the Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway in Sokoto State, beginning with Section 1, Phase 1A (120km, three-lane single carriageway). He also reviewed Section 2, Phase 2A of the same superhighway in Kebbi State, covering 258km of three-lane carriageway.
Describing the superhighway as “one of the boldest infrastructural undertakings in Nigeria’s history,” Umahi said the project would redefine cross-border trade and strengthen Nigeria’s economic foundation.
On 13th September, he visited Benue State to inspect the Lafia bypass road and the dualization of the 9th Mile–Otukpo–Makurdi road (Keffi–Akwanga–Makurdi–9th Mile, Phase II). He stressed that the corridor remains a lifeline, linking the North-Central region to the South-East and facilitating free movement of goods and people.
On 15th September, the inspection team was in Enugu State, where Umahi evaluated the rescoped completion of the Enugu–Onitsha dual carriageway. He noted that the project is vital to decongesting traffic, enhancing commercial opportunities, and stimulating development in the South-southeast.
Umahi reiterated that the Ministry of Works has reinforced monitoring frameworks to track performance and guarantee value for money. Supervisory teams, he said, are mandated to conduct routine checks to prevent shortcuts that compromise quality.
“No contractor will be paid for work not properly done. Nigerians must get durable roads, and this is the President’s clear instruction. Our supervision is tighter than ever to safeguard public funds,” he said.
The Minister further assured that all projects are distributed evenly across the six geo-political zones, reflecting President Tinubu’s inclusive approach to national development.
Umahi concluded that the Renewed Hope Agenda is already making a tangible difference, pledging that the Ministry of Works will continue to prioritize projects with direct social and economic impact.
