Tinubu’s road projects aim to boost regional economies, says Umahi
Dave Umahi, Minister of Works, has stated that ongoing road projects under President Bola Tinubu will help drive regional economic growth and tackle infrastructure gaps nationwide. He highlighted the shift from asphalt to concrete construction, aiming for roads to last over 100 years. Umahi praised the quality of work on the Onitsha-Awka-Enugu Expressway, describing it as a legacy project for the South-East. The projects are being executed through tax-credit schemes and involve major companies like Reynolds Construction Company and MTN Nigeria.
What we know
- Dave Umahi emphasized that the new roads are designed to last over 100 years due to the use of concrete instead of asphalt.
- The 107-kilometre Onitsha-Awka-Enugu Expressway is being reconstructed under a tax-credit scheme, with MTN Nigeria initially awarded the project at a cost of N202bn.
- Umahi expressed satisfaction with the work of Reynolds Construction Company and MTN Nigeria, noting the completed and ongoing sections.
- The highways will include reinforced concrete, solar-powered streetlights, CCTV, speed monitoring systems, and security patrol vans.
- Federal Controllers of Works in Anambra and Enugu states assured that the road project is targeted for completion by May 2026.
