FG Reconnects Communities in Plateau State with Strategic Road Projects
The Federal Government has completed emergency road infrastructure interventions in Plateau State and inspected ongoing projects, including the Lafia–Shendam and Babban Lamba–Sharram Roads, as part of efforts to improve national connectivity and economic growth.
This is in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s infrastructure development drive. The projects were commissioned during the Federal Ministry of Works national media tour, showcasing completed emergency repairs and ongoing road projects.
According to a statement by the Ministry’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Mr. Mohammed Ahmed, the Minister of Works, Senator Engr David Umahi, at the Commissioning ceremony,
emphasized the Federal Government’s commitment to initiating projects and also ensuring timely completion.
Represented by the State Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists, (NUJ), Mrs. Ayiku Pwaspo, he stated that the roads will be constructed to approved standards, highlighting the importance of quality infrastructure for sustainable development.
Engr. Jibril Shua’ibu, Federal Controller of Works (FCW) Plateau State, provided technical details on the projects, explaining that the Reinstatement of Embankment Washouts on the Shendam-Lafia Road, awarded at ₦824 million, was completed within months, restoring safe traffic flow. The repairs included a 2.0m x 1.5m double-cell box culvert at Chainage 1+500.
He also highlighted an ongoing 16km stretch from Lafia-Shendam Road Junction to Ngotuguut, awarded to Triacta Construction Company at ₦16 billion with a 15-month completion period (52% complete), noting that 7km Section II is undergoing procurement. Funding issues have been resolved, and the project is progressing well
The Project Manager, Mr. Nakhle Abou Yaounde reaffirmed the contractor’s commitment to delivering the project on time in accordance with approved specifications, commending the Ministry’s supervision and host communities’ cooperation
On hehalf of the Community, Pharmacist Senpet Yitnoe, the Liaison Officer, described the Lafia-Shendam Junction-Poeship-Ngotuguut Road as a “road to endless possibilities”, highlighting that it will boost access to farms, schools, and economic opportunities and pledged community’s continued support
Engr. Kenneth, Project Coordinator for Ric Rock Construction, stated that the project, which includes bridges and a 7.3m carriageway width with 2.75m shoulders.
will cut travel time between communities from 2 hours to 20 minutes with cooperation from host communities
Engr. Augustine Imiere, Site Agent added that the Babban Lamba-Sharram Road, which includes hydraulic structures, drainage, and 5 bridges.will open up markets, boost business access, and improve socio-economic activities in the area
It will be recalled that the administration inherited 2,064 ongoing federal road projects upon assumption of office in May 2023, majorly abandoned due to funding. In response, 260 emergency projects were approved nationwide to restore connectivity, enhance safety, and boost movement of goods and people.
