Works minister tackles contractors over slow pace of work in Enugu-Onitsha expressway 

By Uchenna Okeh Abakaliki 

The Minister of Works, David Umahi has tasked contractors to hasting the completion of Enugu-Onitsha expressway.

Umahi expressed dismay over the slow pace of work by contractors along Enugu-Onitsha expressway.

The Minister who made this known while inspecting the project last weekend, said said the pace of work on the expressway was less encouraging.

He urged the contractors to rise to their responsibilities and ensure timely  completion of the projects.

Meanwhile, the Minister also inspected other  ongoing projects in South-South/South-East States  to ensure   speedily delivery of the projects to meet up with the timeframe.

In Delta State, he said ” I am particularly not impressed with the work done by CCECC on the Warri-Benni-Asaba Road, and I expressed concern about the slow pace of work on the Efurun-Sapele section.

” I urge the contractors to intensify their efforts to meet the project’s deadline. 

“Timely completion is crucial, and I expect all contractors to work diligently towards achieving this goal”.

The former governor of Ebonyi State, however, appreciated the synergy between Delta State government and  federal government on projects ongoing in the state. 

“The Delta State Government’s proactive approach in taking over the payment of compensation to affected individuals has been instrumental in fast-tracking these projects. 

“I am confident that this collaboration will yield positive results, and I assure the state government that the Federal Ministry of Works will honor its commitments”, he said.

The Minister also inspected  ongoing construction of Eke-Obinagu flyover  in Enugu State and expressed satisfaction with the progress of work in the project.