President Bola Tinubu has approved the construction and reconstruction of six major road projects across Nigeria, alongside the demolition and redesign of the aging Carter Bridge in Lagos.
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, disclosed the approvals on Wednesday, stating that the projects form part of the Federal Government’s renewed commitment to upgrading critical infrastructure nationwide.
Key Projects Approved
Suleja–Minna Road:
The government will complete the remaining 71 kilometres of the dual carriageway after terminating the initial contract awarded to Salini Construction Company due to poor performance. Only 10 kilometres had been completed before termination. One carriageway has now been awarded to China Geo-Engineering Corporation (CGC) at a cost of ₦91 billion, while the second carriageway has secured clearance from the Bureau of Public Procurement.
Carter Bridge, Lagos:
Technical assessments concluded that the existing bridge can no longer be rehabilitated. The Federal Government approved ₦5.6 billion for the design and costing of a new structure. Advanced Engineering Consultants has been engaged to handle the detailed design and cost evaluation ahead of full procurement.
Kano–Kongolam Road (132km):
Originally awarded as a tax credit asphalt project in 2022, the road has been redesigned into a three-lane reinforced concrete carriageway. The upgraded plan includes solar-powered streetlights and CCTV installations. The revised project cost stands at ₦334 billion.
Abuja–Lokoja Road (86km Section):
Following the termination of contracts awarded to two underperforming contractors, the affected section will be reconstructed using reinforced concrete. Five contractors, including Julius Berger, will handle the project at an estimated ₦146 billion.
Ibadan–Ife–Ilesa Road (103km):
Valued at ₦427 billion, the dual carriageway project—initially awarded by the previous administration—has been reviewed and re-awarded due to slow progress.
Keffi–Nasarawa–Abaji Road (Phase II):
Covering 129.3 kilometres at ₦203 billion, the rehabilitation project is expected to enhance connectivity between Nasarawa State and the Federal Capital Territory.
Nationwide Commissioning Plan
Umahi further revealed that the Federal Government plans to commission at least four major road projects in each of the six geopolitical zones before May 15, signaling an accelerated push to deliver critical infrastructure nationwide.
The approvals represent one of the most extensive recent road investment drives under the Tinubu administration, with a strong emphasis on reinforced concrete technology, improved durability, and enhanced security features along major corridors.
