ADC Candidate Akingunola Accuses Government of Procurement Breach

Niyi Akingunola, the African Democratic Congress candidate for Ondo East/Ondo West Federal Constituency, has accused the Federal Government of violating procurement and appropriation laws concerning the rerouting of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway away from parts of Ondo State. In a statement issued on Monday, Akingunola called on the Minister of Works, David Umahi, to adhere to legal and regulatory procedures for the project.

He emphasized that any changes to the approved route, design, or cost must follow required procedures, including obtaining new approvals. Akingunola stated that the original design had already undergone procurement procedures, including a certificate of no objection from the Bureau of Public Procurement and budget approval from the National Assembly.

He criticized Umahi's claim that the original route's difficult terrain would increase costs, arguing that such issues should have been identified in feasibility studies. Akingunola urged residents and their National Assembly representatives to demand compliance with relevant laws to protect Ondo State's interests.