David Umahi
Contract Policy: FG empowers local firms with exclusive N20bn
The Federal Government has announced a new contract policy reserving, all contracts valued below ₦20 billion exclusively for indigenous construction companies, in a move designed to strengthen local capacity, boost the economy, and reduce dependence on expatriate firms. Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, disclosed this during an inspection of the ongoing dualisation of the […]
Shagamu-Benin bridge: Relief as FG orders urgent repairs on damages
The Federal Government has ordered the immediate repair of the damaged section of the Shagamu-Benin bridge, a critical link on Nigeria’s busiest highway connecting the South-West and South-South regions. The announcement, made by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, through his media adviser Uchenna Orji on Tuesday, comes after concerns were raised over the visible […]
Kogi road progress stuck at 1% despite N1bn – Umahi
The rehabilitation of the Dekina–Ugbabo Road and the Okene-Ajaokuta-Itobe dual carriageway in Kogi State has faced significant delays, with project completion reportedly at just one per cent, despite contractors receiving substantial advance payments from the Federal Government. Minister of Works, David Umahi, disclosed the development in a statement released through his spokesperson, Uchenna Orji. According […]
Lagos-Calabar Road Crack Not Structural – Umahi
The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has clarified that the crack spotted along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway is not a structural failure, but a minor issue occurring on the unfinished shoulder section of the ongoing project. Speaking during a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, Umahi responded to widespread social media concerns, saying that […]
Tinubu Fair to South East, Igbo Presidency Unrealistic in 2027 – Umahi
The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has emphatically declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has shown consistent love and fairness towards the South East. He urged the people of the region to recognise these efforts and rally behind the President’s second-term bid in 2027, noting that the aspiration for an Igbo presidency is not […]
Release of Nnamdi Kanu Should Not Be Political Bargaining Tool — Umahi
Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has stated that the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), should not be turned into a condition for political support from the South-East in the 2027 presidential election. He made this assertion while addressing journalists on Friday in Lagos. According to Umahi, […]
Umahi Pledges Full Support for Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has restated his unwavering commitment to the ambitious 750-kilometre Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway project, declaring it a strategic investment that goes beyond road construction. Speaking during the flag-off ceremony of the Calabar section in Akampa Local Government Area of Cross River State on Monday, Umahi described the initiative as a […]
FG Moves to Complete Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Road with N777bn Allocation
In a bold move aimed at reviving one of Nigeria’s most vital transport corridors, the Federal Government has committed the sum of N777 billion towards the completion of the long-delayed Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano expressway. This landmark funding, announced by the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, marks a renewed push by the Bola Tinubu administration to deliver […]
FG Orders Closure of Eko Bridge Waterway
Government ordered closure of the waterway between Eko Bridge and Carter Bridge due to damage on Eko Bridge by dredging activities. The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has called for immediate closure of the waterway between Eko Bridge and Carter Bridge due to damage on Eko Bridge by dredging activities. Umahi made the call during […]
FG Orders Reopening of Independence Bridge
Independence Bridge has been ordered to reopen by the Minister of Works The Independence Bridge, which is situated on Victoria Island in Lagos, has been ordered to reopen with immediate effect by David Umahi, who is the Minister of Works. As a result of the closure of the Independence/Mekwen Bridge (inbound Marina/CMS route) for renovations, […]