Breaking news: Katsina-Ala–Takum road project will strengthen security, spur economic growth in the state – Umahi
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has voiced confidence that the rehabilitation of the 78.62-kilometre Katsina-Ala–Tordonga–Takum highway in Benue State will improve security and stimulate economic activities across the corridor.
Umahi made the remarks during an inspection tour of the ongoing project, noting that the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu was committed to fostering inclusive governance that ensures every community benefits from federal infrastructure initiatives.
Speaking through the Director of Information and Public Relations, Mallam Mohammed Ahmed Abdullahi, the minister urged the contractor handling the project to strictly adhere to the contract specifications and timeline.
The Federal Controller of Works at the Benue State office of the Federal Ministry of Works, Mukaila Danladi, attributed delays in execution to the state government’s suspension of mining activities.
He explained that construction materials had to be transported from Ebonyi State, which slowed progress.
Danladi further disclosed that security concerns in parts of the area, coupled with the breakdown of an asphalt production machine, also hampered work.
He said a replacement machine had been ordered from abroad, contributing to the delay.
In his remarks, the immediate past chairman of the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), Ukeyima Manager, praised President Tinubu for approving the road contract, describing it as a significant intervention for the region.
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