From HASSAN JIRGI, Damaturu
Yobe state governor, Mai Mala Buni has signed N22.3billion contract for the construction of a state-of-the-art flyover bridge and underpass in Damaturu Main roundabout.
Commissioner for Works, Engr Umar Duddaye signed the contract on behalf of the state government, while Engr Habib Geojea signed on behalf of Merss Triacta Nigeria Limited, the contracting firm.
According to him, “It is pertinent for me to mention that the governor has put much emphasis and priority to major infrastructural development which entails the construction of roads, bridges, drainages and other civil engineering works”.
He added that “the flyover bridge and underpass at Damaturu main roundabout will cost N22.3 billion with a completion period of 12 months.
He said a contract for the construction of Damaturu-Gambir road has been signed between the Yobe state government and Merss Elegance Construction Nigeria Limited with a completion period of 9 dry months” he said.
According to him, also Damaturu metropolis will undergo a huge transformation through the construction of 23.5 kilometer roads and 27kilometer of concrete line drain and resurfacing on all major roads in the state capital and the project will kick start in the 2nd quarter of the year 2025 accordingly.
In his response, the area manager of Triacta Nigeria Limited, who spoke on behalf of the contractors, pledged to deliver quality work base on the contractual agreement.
