The Federal Government has officially commenced reconstruction works on the collapsed Keffi Flyover in Nasarawa State, signaling a renewed focus on infrastructure restoration and safety in Nigeria’s transport sector. The move comes less than a month after the tragic incident that claimed three lives, and forms part of a broader national strategy to fast-track critical road and bridge projects across the country.
Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, made this known after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held on Thursday, chaired by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Describing the July 4 collapse as “very unfortunate,” Umahi confirmed that the Federal Government has reached settlements with the families of the three deceased victims, adding that legal disputes have been avoided.
“We lost three lives there. We have settled with the families. They are not pressing charges. Reconstruction has commenced,” Umahi told reporters.
The Keffi Flyover, a vital link connecting Abuja with Nasarawa and parts of Nigeria’s North-Central region, had collapsed unexpectedly due to structural failure. In response, one carriageway has now been closed for urgent structural reinforcement, based on engineering assessments to mitigate future risks.
According to Umahi, the Federal Government is not only addressing the Nasarawa flyover but is also accelerating key national roadworks as part of its Renewed Hope Infrastructure Blueprint.
The Minister revealed that over 360 road rehabilitation projects were completed in 2023, and more are in various stages of execution. These projects span all six geopolitical zones and are now under enhanced monitoring by state engineering chambers, ensuring local oversight and transparency.
Some major federally funded projects highlighted include:
Abuja Road Lot 1: 118 km at ₦275bn (30% disbursed)
Abuja Road Lot 2: 164 km at ₦502bn (₦150bn disbursed)
Enugu–Onitsha Road: 72 km at ₦150bn (₦45bn disbursed)
Abuja–Kano Expressway: ₦220bn (30% released)
Bauchi–Jigawa sections: Fully funded
Other notable projects are:
Nembe–Brass Road: ₦156bn (30% disbursed)
Port Harcourt–Bodo–Bonny Road: 35 km nearing completion at ₦200bn
Benin–Ifon–Akure Road: 108.4 km (30% disbursed)
Akure–Ado-Ekiti Road: 256 km at ₦761bn (30% released)
Additional projects recently approved or reviewed by the FEC include:
Biu–Numa Road (Borno/Adamawa): Revised from ₦15.4bn to ₦61.76bn
Maraba–Keffi Road (Nasarawa): 43.6 km dualisation at ₦76bn
Ikorodu–Sagamu Road (Lagos): ₦11.42bn variation approved
Kashamu–Amshi–Guru–Gurus Road (Yobe): ₦23.4bn upgrade and new bridge
The ambitious Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway also received significant attention:
Kebbi Section: 258 km x2 lanes at ₦1.92tn
Sokoto Section: 120 km x2 lanes at ₦912bn
Other approvals include:
Afe Babalola University Access Road (Ekiti): 14.4 km, revised to ₦9.32bn
Trans-Saharan Highway (Oyo–Benue border): Extended to 231.64 km; cost now ₦445.8bn
Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway (Sections 4A & 4B in Ogun and Ondo): 80.35 km x2 lanes at ₦1.65tn, involving deep swamp excavation
Umahi assured Nigerians that a comprehensive list of all ongoing and approved road projects will soon be made public to promote transparency and stakeholder engagement.
“This administration is fully committed to revamping infrastructure as a foundation for economic growth, regional connectivity, and national development,” he stated.
The swift commencement of reconstruction on the Keffi Flyover is a clear indication of the Tinubu administration’s resolve to respond promptly to infrastructure failures while also delivering long-term solutions through strategic capital projects.