Niger Bridge Reopened by Minister Umahi After Repairs
The First Niger Bridge, connecting Onitsha in Anambra State and Asaba in Delta State, has reopened after being closed for 38 days due to repairs. The bridge was shut on September 7 after structural damage was found, with repairs initially expected to finish by September 21 but delayed by rainfall and other challenges.
The reopening was officiated by the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, on Thursday, who was accompanied by government officials and traditional rulers from both states. Umahi praised President Bola Tinubu's infrastructure efforts in the South-East and South-South, urging local support for Tinubu's re-election.
He acknowledged the contractor, SKCC, for their work and noted that while some repairs were still ongoing, improvements included new road demarcations and installed CCTV cameras. Traditional rulers and motorists welcomed the reopening, highlighting its significance in reducing travel stress between the two states.
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