Edo gov revokes, re-awards failed Benin road contract

The Edo Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has approved the revocation and re-award of the contract for the failed section of the Benin-Abraka Road at Ikpe Waterside in Orhionmwon Local Government Area. The Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, revealed this during a meeting with Okaigheles, youth leaders, and residents from Ikpe Waterside and adjoining communities who had protested the poor condition of the road.

The decision to revoke and re-award the contract was made to address critical infrastructure challenges inherited from the previous government.

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