The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has dismissed allegations of lopsidedness in the distribution and execution of road projects across Nigeria.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Works, the allegations, which suggested that the northern region was being neglected, were firmly denied.
The ministry stated that road and bridge projects were being implemented fairly and transparently across all six geopolitical zones of the country.
According to the ministry, the distribution of projects is managed through various funding mechanisms, including budgetary provisions, the Renewed Hope Infrastructure Fund, SUKUK, and the Tax Credit Scheme.
The statement noted that out of the 2,735 kilometers of road projects initiated under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, the northern region accounted for 1,414 kilometers (52%), while the southern region had 1,321 kilometers (48%).
Further breakdowns of the projects are:
Additionally, the statement noted recent approvals at the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting on September 23, 2024, which included major road projects across both northern and southern states. Notable approvals include:
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