{
  "id": 6766634,
  "title": "Oju-Ore Bridge: Ministry dismisses social media claims of structural failure",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/oju-ore-bridge-ministry-dismisses-social-media-claims-of-structural",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-11T10:06:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/oju-ore-bridge-ministry-dismisses-social-media-claims-of-structural-failure/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Federal Ministry of Works has dismissed claims on social media about structural defects on the Oju-Ore Bridge in Ota, Ogun State. The bridge has passed required integrity tests and remains structurally sound, according to the ministry's assurance following an inspection led by Director of Bridges, Highways and Road Designs, Engr. Musa Saidu. The inspection followed concerns over the bridge's quality and structural integrity. The director stated that the assessments showed compliance with engineering standards and dismissed the allegations of structural failure as unsubstantiated. He cautioned against using social media posts as a basis for determining the structural integrity of major infrastructure projects, emphasizing that such assessments must be based on scientific and engineering tests. The ministry reiterated its commitment to maintaining the quality of federal infrastructure projects, noting that the Oju-Ore Bridge was being constructed in line with approved designs and specifications and under relevant authorities' supervision. The contractor, Laralek Construction Company, was praised for meeting engineering design requirements, with some minor finishing works identified for completion before opening the bridge to full traffic. The ministry urged caution against spreading unverified information that could undermine confidence in public infrastructure and warned against operating or loitering beneath the bridge during construction, citing safety risks.",
  "summary": "The Federal Ministry of Works has dismissed reports alleging structural defects on the Oju-Ore Bridge in Ota, Ogun State, saying the bridge has passed the required integrity tests and remains structurally sound. The ministry gave the assurance following an inspection of the ongoing project by a delegation led by the Director of Bridges, Highways and […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}