The minister had earlier made a commitment to the road being completed in 2024.
Mr Umahi frowned at contractors closing up sites during the festive season when the traffic on the roads was high.
The project was awarded in December 2018.
“He is our father and we always cherish the way he brings us together whenever he is around.’’
He said that the roads all over the country are in a critical state, declaring that the primary need of Nigerians is good roads.
The governor said that Mr Ogbu’s outstanding achievements in office could not have been attained if he did not pass through politics.
The Adekunle section of the bridge has four ramps and the repairs of all the ramps are expected to be completed within five weeks.
Governor Peter Mbah says the federal government has begun the reconstruction of the collapsed Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway bridge.
According to the presidency, Mr Shettima t is expected to avail Nigeria of the platform provided by the forum to woo investors.
The minister said laterite has limitations in load-bearing capacity, is vulnerable to erosion, and weathers quickly, especially in regions with heavy rainfall.
