The Federal Government has completed 40 major road and bridge projects across Nigeria between May 2023 and May 2026, while construction is ongoing on approximately 5,400 kilometres of highways, expressways, and strategic road corridors nationwide. The update was contained in the Federal Ministry of Works’ three-year projects report, which highlights the administration’s ongoing investment in transport infrastructure.

According to the report, about 1,800 kilometres of major road projects have been completed during the review period, while 133 additional projects are currently under construction. The projects span all six geopolitical zones and include highway reconstruction, road dualisation, bridge construction, bypasses, coastal highways, and emergency road interventions aimed at improving connectivity across the country.

The South-West recorded the highest number of completed projects with 12, followed by the South-East, North-East, and South-South with six each. The North-West and North-Central completed five projects each. Major infrastructure corridors receiving attention include the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway, Kano-Maiduguri Road, Lokoja-Benin Road, Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Highway, and several other strategic routes linking commercial centres, ports, agricultural communities, and international borders.

The Ministry noted that the projects are designed to improve transportation efficiency, reduce travel time, lower vehicle operating costs, facilitate the movement of agricultural produce and manufactured goods, and stimulate economic growth. In addition to major highway construction, the programme also includes emergency repairs to roads, bridges, and culverts damaged by flooding and erosion to maintain access for affected communities.

The report further stated that several leading construction firms, including CCECC, Hitech Construction, Julius Berger, CGC Nigeria, Setraco, RCC, Arab Contractors, China Harbour Engineering Company, Mothercat, and Dangote Industries, are executing projects across different regions under the Federal Government’s infrastructure programme.

Stakeholders believe that the success of the road programme will ultimately depend on timely funding, quality project execution, and effective maintenance after completion. They note that improved road infrastructure has the potential to strengthen regional integration, reduce logistics costs, improve road safety, and support Nigeria’s long-term economic development

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The Minister of Works, , has called on anti-graft agencies to investigate contracts and ongoing projects under the ministry in a move to reinforce transparency and accountability.

Umahi invited the (EFCC) and the (ICPC) to scrutinise all procurement processes and project execution within the ministry.

He stated that the ministry has nothing to hide, stressing that all procedures from tendering to implementation followed due process.

Ministry insists on transparency

Speaking in Abuja, Umahi said relevant documents and project files are open for inspection by the agencies.

He revealed that while the ICPC has completed a preliminary report, the EFCC is still conducting its review.

Shift to concrete roads highlighted

The minister also defended the ministry’s decision to shift from asphalt to concrete roads, noting that the approach is designed to ensure durability and reduce maintenance costs over time.

According to him, the goal is to construct roads that can last up to 100 years with minimal repairs.

Call for responsible reporting

Umahi urged journalists to verify information before publication, emphasizing that inaccurate reporting can affect public perception and ongoing infrastructure efforts.

He also commended President for prioritising infrastructure development across the country.

Push for accountability in infrastructure

The move signals the ministry’s attempt to build public trust and demonstrate accountability, especially amid growing scrutiny of government projects.

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