By Joy Onu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has authorised the immediate reconstruction of three major federal roads in Niger State, covering a total of 306.5 kilometres.
The approved projects are the Mokwa–Bida Road (120km), Mokwa–Makeri Road (63km), and Bida–Labata Road (123.5km). According to the Federal Ministry of Works, the roads will be reconstructed using reinforced concrete pavement to ensure durability and long-term value.
In addition to the Niger State projects, the President also approved the extension of the Bodo–Bonny Road in Rivers State to connect with the East–West Road. The extension will be developed as a dual carriageway, constructed with concrete pavement and equipped with solar-powered street lighting. The ministry stated that the project will be delivered through a competitive bidding process.
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, expressed appreciation to the President for the strategic approvals, noting that the projects fall within critical national economic corridors. He said the reconstruction and extension would enhance connectivity, stimulate trade, and support socio-economic development.
Umahi called on Nigerians to acknowledge the administration’s sustained commitment to infrastructure development across the six geopolitical zones, particularly in the delivery of quality roads and bridges nationwide.
He also congratulated the governors and people of Niger and Rivers states, as well as other Nigerians who stand to benefit from the approvals.The development was announced in a statement issued on February 26, 2026, by Francis Nwaze, Senior Special Assistant to the Minister of Works (Media).
