The minister said that water observed on the median was due to the design provision for a future railway line.
He added that the project would be ready for commissioning after a few outstanding observations were addressed.
Mr Dare said the gesture was in response to increasing cases of theft of steel fences.
He appealed to motorists to cooperate with traffic managers and law enforcement officers.
Contacted for clarification on why he dumped the APC and his next political move, he declined further comments.
He said that the current administration remained committed to accountability and transparency.
He said the request followed presidential approval for NNPCL to withdraw funding from the road projects.
According to him, the project has attracted widespread appreciation from residents of the area.
He disclosed that the project duration was 36 months.
The minister said that the repair would begin immediately.
