Senator Umahi Reopens 1st Niger Bridge After Repairs
The Federal Government reopened the 1st Niger Bridge on October 15, 2026, after it was closed for rehabilitation work on September 7, 2026. The closure was initially set for two weeks but was extended indefinitely due to the discovery of vandalized structural components, including expansion-joint steelwork.
Senator Dave Umahi, the Minister of Works, performed the reopening ceremony at the Onitsha, Anambra State end of the bridge. During the event, he commended President Bola Tinubu for the significant road infrastructure developments in the South-East and urged the local populace to support Tinubu's re-election in the presidential election scheduled for January 16, 2027.
Umahi expressed gratitude towards the governors of Anambra and Delta states and praised the contractors, SKCC, for their work. He emphasized the importance of appreciating the President for his contributions to the region's infrastructure.
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