‘Tinubu needs 2nd term to complete projects’ – Umahi says as FG flags off N1.5trn Niger highway
The Federal Government has flagged off the reconstruction and dualisation of the Lambata-Bida-Mokwa-Makera-Kontagora highway in Niger State at a cost of N1.5 trillion, as Minister of Works, David Umahi, called for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election to enable him to complete ongoing road projects nationwide. The groundbreaking ceremony was held in Bida with Niger State Governor, […] ‘Tinubu needs…
The Federal Government has commenced the reconstruction and dualisation of the Lambata-Bida-Mokwa-Makera-Kontagora highway in Niger State, a project estimated to cost N1.5 trillion. Minister of Works, David Umahi, called for President Bola Tinubu's re-election to ensure the completion of ongoing road projects across the country, with Niger State accounting for 1,055 kilometres of the 5,500 kilometres of new and ongoing road projects.
Umahi described the highway as a potential fifth legacy project of the Tinubu administration, highlighting its length, reinforced concrete pavement, and the involvement of the Dangote Group through the infrastructure tax-credit scheme.
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