16 October 2026 7:26 pm WAT
The Federal Government has reopened the First Niger Bridge for vehicular movement after 38 days of closure for emergency rehabilitation works.
The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, who led a Federal Government delegation to formally reopen the bridge on Thursday, said the swift completion of the repair works underscores President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to preserving critical national infrastructure and ensuring safety of Nigerians.
Umahi, while addressing journalists at the bridgehead, said the closure became necessary to carry out comprehensive maintenance on the bridge.
Speaking at the reopening ceremony, Umahi praised President Bola Tinubu’s infrastructure interventions in South-South, urging residents of the regions to reciprocate by supporting his re-election bid in 2027.
He also cautioned content creators who seek counsel without knowledge to desist from unverifiable smear attacks
He also clarified the status of the east west road as Government has ordered full blown construction on the road that spans all through south south states
Road users praised president Bola Ahmed Tinubu infrastructural drive as they commende the honourable minister for his Good work
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