Minister of Works, David Umahi, has released a list of federal roads and bridges completed under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The disclosure is intended to provide a clear record of infrastructure milestones achieved since the current administration took office.
The Minister’s move comes as the federal government seeks to demonstrate the progress of its “Renewed Hope” agenda through tangible physical assets. By providing this list, the Ministry of Works aims to offer transparency regarding the completion of critical transit corridors across the country.
The announcement follows the listing of federal roads and bridges completed under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, serving as a performance benchmark for the Ministry’s recent activities.
Infrastructure and economic stability
The completion of federal road projects is a key factor in the government’s strategy to manage the rising cost of living. Improved road networks are expected to reduce the cost of transporting agricultural produce from rural areas to urban markets, a necessary step in addressing food inflation.
Efficient road infrastructure directly affects the logistics sector, reducing vehicle maintenance costs and shortening travel times for commercial haulage. These improvements are critical for businesses that rely on the seamless movement of goods across state lines to maintain supply chain stability.
However, the Ministry of Works continues to manage a complex landscape of ongoing projects and rising construction costs. The volatility of the naira has impacted the procurement of essential materials such as bitumen, steel, and cement, which often complicates the timelines for large-scale road construction.
The administration has maintained that prioritising the rehabilitation of major highways is essential to prevent the decay of the national road network, which would further stifle economic activity and increase the cost of doing business.
The Ministry of Works is expected to release further data regarding the progress of ongoing major highway projects and bridge expansions in its upcoming technical reports to the National Assembly.
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