Niger State Residents Skeptical of N1.8 Trillion Road Project

Residents and drivers in Niger State have voiced doubts regarding the Federal Government's capacity to complete the N1.8 trillion Lambata–Bida–Mokwa–Makera–Kontagora road project, which was recently initiated through a tax credit partnership with the Dangote Group. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago and Etsu Nupe Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar praised President Bola Tinubu for the initiative.

However, articulated vehicle drivers expressed concerns about potential delays, referencing past experiences where contracts awarded during election years faced funding issues. Munir Ismail, an articulated vehicle driver, highlighted the lack of progress on the Minna–Suleja road over the past decade, while resident Mohammed Suleman emphasized the need for timely project delivery rather than mere ceremonial groundbreakings.

Zakeri Umaru, a tanker driver, echoed the sentiment, urging for visible progress on the project to alleviate the suffering of road users.