FG signs N690,774bn contracts to execute critical road projects across Nigeria

By Onu Okorie

The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Works, has again signed N690,774,460,588.6 billion naira landmark contract agreements with four construction firms to execute critical road projects across the country, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. 

The contract signing ceremony, held on Thursday April 14th in Mabushi, Abuja, marks another major step in the Federal Government’s commitment to delivering durable, sustainable road infrastructure that enhances connectivity, stimulates economic growth, and improves 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– Birnin Gwari Road in Kaduna State, 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 State and Messrs Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited – Construction of Osogbo–Iwo–Ibadan Road in Osun and Oyo States. Speaking at the occasion, the Director of Highways, Construction and Rehabilitation, Mr. Clement Ogbuagu, presented details of the awarded contracts as follows: 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, 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, Construction of Osogbo–Ikirun–Akoda Road, Osun State, contractor: Truecrete Solutions Limited, Contract Sum: ₦ 101,806,585,825.90, Length: 70 Kilometres (Single Carriageway Equivalent) and, Construction of Osogbo–Iwo–Ibadan Road, Osun State, Contractor: Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited

Contract Sum: ₦ 114,854,477,607.93, Length: 73 Kilometres.

On his part the Minister of Works, Engr. David 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 holds special significance, as it was one of the key infrastructure development commitments made by President Tinubu during the 2022/2023 electioneering campaigns. According to the Minister, the present administration remains 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 charged all contractors to mobilise to their respective project sites immediately and commence work without delay, stressing that the Ministry expects measurable progress within the stipulated timelines.

Earlier in his remarks, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Rafiu Olarinre 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.

He commended the leadership of the Ministry for its commitment to ensuring that projects reached the execution stage and reaffirmed the Ministry’s dedication to effective monitoring, quality assurance, and timely delivery. 

“All the projects will 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.” He stated.

The ceremony represents another significant milestone in the Federal Government’s drive to modernise Nigeria’s road network and accelerate national economic development.