The federal government has  signed four new  contract agreements with  construction firms to execute critical road projects across the country in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.

Works minister David Umahi stated this at the  contract signing ceremony on Thursday in Abuja.

Mr Umahi explained that the contract signing ceremony marked another major step in the government’s commitment to delivering durable, sustainable road infrastructure.

He said the roads would enhance connectivity, stimulate economic growth, and improve the quality of life of Nigerians.

“The four contractors and their respective projects are as follows: Messrs J. Patel and Sons Nigeria Limited , Reconstruction of Mando (Kaduna) and Birnin Gwari Road in Kaduna state. Others are Messrs JRB Construction Company Limited dualisation of Ibadan–Ijebu Ode road in Oyo and Ogun states, Messrs Truecrete Solutions Limited, Construction of Osogbo–Ikirun–Akoda Road in Osun. The final one is :Messrs Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited ,construction of Osogbo–Iwo–Ibadan road in Osun and Oyo states.”

Mr Umahi described the projects as strategic national infrastructure designed to boost economic activities, improve transportation efficiency, and strengthen national integration.

He noted that the reconstruction of the Mando (Kaduna)-Birnin Gwari Road in Kaduna state held special significance. This, he said was because  it was one of the key infrastructure development commitments made by Mr Tinubu during the 2022/2023 electioneering.

According to the minister, the present administration remained resolute in its determination to deliver world-class infrastructure that will stand the test of time.

Mr Umahi commended the selected contractors for their competence, track records, and proven capacity, emphasising the Federal Government’s confidence in indigenous contractors.

He particularly praised Messrs JRB Construction Company Limited, Truecrete Solutions Limited, and other indigenous firms for their commendable performances on previous projects across the country.

Mr Umahi tasked all contractors on immediate mobilisation to their respective project sites without delay, stressing that the ministry expects measurable progress within the stipulated timelines.

The permanent secretary in the ministry, Rafiu Adeladan, who formally signed the contract agreements, described the occasion as the successful completion of the procurement process and the official commencement of project implementation.

Mr Adeladan commended the leadership of the Ministry for its commitment to ensuring that projects reached the execution stage. He reaffirmed the ministry’s dedication to effective monitoring, quality assurance, and timely delivery.

(NAN)