President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu, has approved the immediate reconstruction of three federal roads in Niger State.
Senior Special Assistant to the Minister of Works on Media, Francis Nwaze announced the development in a statement on Thursday.
The projects are the Mokwa–Bida Road (120km), Mokwa–Makeri Road (63km) and the Bida–Labata Road (123.5km).
The three projects total 306.5 kilometres and will be reconstructed using reinforced concrete pavement to ensure durability and long-term value.
Nwaze said the Mr. President had also approved the extension of the Bodo–Bonny Road to connect with the East–West Road. The project will be executed on a dual carriageway capacity, constructed with concrete pavement, and equipped with solar-powered street lighting. The project will be delivered through a competitive bidding process.
Reacting to the development, the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi expressed deep appreciation to Mr. President for the approvals, noting that the projects fell within critical national economic corridors and would significantly enhance connectivity, trade, and development.
He therefore 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 all Nigerians who stand to benefit from these landmark approvals.
He also 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.
