By Angela Atabo
The Federal Government has signed four new contract agreements with construction firms to execute critical road projects across the country in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.
The Minister of Works, Mr David Umahi, made this known at the contract signing ceremony on Thursday in Abuja.
Umahi explained that the contract signing ceremony marked another major step in the federal government’s commitment to delivering durable, sustainable road infrastructure.
He said the roads would enhance connectivity, stimulate economic growth, and improve the quality of life of Nigerians.
“The four contractors and their respective projects are as follows: Messrs J. Patel and Sons Nigeria Limited- Reconstruction of Mando (Kaduna) and Birnin Gwari Road in Kaduna State.
“Others are: Messrs JRB Construction Company Limited- dualisation of Ibadan–Ijebu Ode road in Oyo and Ogun states, Messrs Truecrete Solutions Limited- Construction of Osogbo–Ikirun–Akoda Road in Osun.
“The final one is: Messrs Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited-construction of Osogbo–Iwo–Ibadan road in Osun and Oyo states.”
Umahi described the projects as strategic national infrastructure designed to boost economic activities, improve transportation efficiency, and strengthen national integration.
He noted that the reconstruction of the Mando (Kaduna) –Birnin Gwari Road in Kaduna state held special significance.
This, he said was because it was one of the key infrastructure development commitments made by President Bola Tinubu during the 2022/2023 electioneering campaigns.
According to the Minister, the present administration remain resolute in its determination to deliver world-class infrastructure that will stand the test of time.
“Our vision is to build roads that will last for generations.
“Under the Renewed Hope administration, we are determined to deliver infrastructure that can serve Nigerians for up to 100 years through the adoption of rigid pavement (concrete) technology,” Umahi stated.
The minister commended the selected contractors for their competence, track records, and proven capacity, emphasising the federal government’s confidence in indigenous contractors.
He particularly praised Messrs JRB Construction Company Limited, Truecrete Solutions Limited, and other indigenous firms for their commendable performances on previous projects across the country.
Umahi tasked all contractors on immediate mobilisation to their respective project sites without delay, stressing that the Ministry expected measurable progress within the stipulated timelines.
Earlier the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Mr Rafiu Adeladan, who formally signed the contract agreements, described the occasion as the successful completion of the procurement process and the official commencement of project implementation.
Adeladan commended the leadership of the Ministry for its commitment to ensuring that projects reached the execution stage.
He reaffirmed the Ministry’s dedication to effective monitoring, quality assurance, and timely delivery.
Also speaking, the Director of Highways, Construction and Rehabilitation, Mr Clement Ogbuagu, presented details of the awarded contracts.
“They are: Reconstruction of Mando–Birnin Gwari Road, Kaduna State
Contractor: Messrs J. Patel and Sons Nigeria Limited, Contract Sum: ₦178,116,787,162.00,
Length: 122 Kilometres.
“The dualisation of Ibadan–Ijebu Ode Road, Oyo and Ogun States, Contractor: JRB Construction Company Limited, Contract Sum: ₦295,996,609,992.77
Length: 114.5 Kilometres (Single Carriageway Equivalent).
“The construction of Osogbo–Ikirun–Akoda Road, Osun, Contractor: Truecrete Solutions Limited, Contract Sum: ₦101,806,585,825.90
Length: 70 Kilometres (Single Carriageway Equivalent) .
“The construction of Osogbo–Iwo–Ibadan Road, Osun State, Contractor: Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited, Contract Sum: ₦114,854,477,607.93, Length: 73 Kilometres.”
Ogbuagu said all the projects would be executed using Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement (CRCP) technology, in line with the federal government’s commitment to building durable, cost-effective, and sustainable road infrastructure nationwide.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Sadiya Hamza
