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Tag: David Umahi

Umahi Fires Back at Critics, Says Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Built to Withstand Flooding

Posted on October 5, 2026October 5, 2026 By Rextun boss No Comments on Umahi Fires Back at Critics, Says Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Built to Withstand Flooding
Umahi Fires Back at Critics, Says Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Built to Withstand Flooding

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has dismissed concerns over the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway’s vulnerability to flooding, insisting that the major infrastructure project was designed to withstand challenging weather conditions. Umahi gave the assurance amid public debate over the impact of the coastal highway on communities along the corridor, particularly following heavy rainfall and reports…

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Civil Constructions and Housing

Benin-Asaba Road Crisis: FG Moves to Review Road Concessions, Umahi Apologizes to Nigerians

Posted on August 26, 2026August 26, 2026 By Rextun boss No Comments on Benin-Asaba Road Crisis: FG Moves to Review Road Concessions, Umahi Apologizes to Nigerians
Benin-Asaba Road Crisis: FG Moves to Review Road Concessions, Umahi Apologizes to Nigerians

The Federal Government has announced plans to review concession agreements covering major highways across Nigeria following mounting concerns over the deteriorating condition of the Benin-Asaba Expressway and the hardship faced by motorists using the corridor. Minister of Works, David Umahi, disclosed the decision on Tuesday during an on-the-spot inspection of the troubled Benin-Asaba highway in…

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Civil Constructions and Housing

Carter Bridge Faces Demolition as Tinubu Government Unveils N548.98bn Replacement Plan for Lagos Landmark

Posted on August 25, 2026August 25, 2026 By Rextun boss No Comments on Carter Bridge Faces Demolition as Tinubu Government Unveils N548.98bn Replacement Plan for Lagos Landmark
Carter Bridge Faces Demolition as Tinubu Government Unveils N548.98bn Replacement Plan for Lagos Landmark

The Federal Government has commenced the process of removing the ageing Carter Bridge in Lagos, paving the way for the construction of a new bridge estimated at ₦548.98 billion. The project is expected to replace the deteriorating structure with a longer and redesigned crossing aimed at improving movement between Lagos Island and the mainland. The…

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FG Renames Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway

Posted on July 17, 2026July 17, 2026 By Rextun boss No Comments on FG Renames Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway
FG Renames Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway

The Federal Government has officially renamed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Coastal Highway, saying the decision recognizes President Bola Tinubu’s longstanding vision for the ambitious infrastructure project. Minister of Works, David Umahi, announced the development during a media briefing in Abuja on Thursday. He explained that the decision was taken…

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Civil Constructions and Housing

Umahi Gives Fresh Account of Nurse’s Death, Says Mary Habila Reported Nosebleed During Final Call With Boyfriend

Posted on July 16, 2026July 16, 2026 By Rextun boss No Comments on Umahi Gives Fresh Account of Nurse’s Death, Says Mary Habila Reported Nosebleed During Final Call With Boyfriend
Umahi Gives Fresh Account of Nurse’s Death, Says Mary Habila Reported Nosebleed During Final Call With Boyfriend

Minister of Works David Umahi has disclosed that Mary Habila, the nurse who died at a guest house within his residence in Ebonyi State, spoke with her boyfriend shortly before her death and complained of a nosebleed. Umahi made the remarks on Thursday in Abuja while briefing journalists on recently approved federal road projects, using…

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Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to Cost ₦7.5 Billion Per KM — Umahi Clarifies

Posted on October 13, 2025October 13, 2025 By Rextun boss No Comments on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to Cost ₦7.5 Billion Per KM — Umahi Clarifies
Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to Cost ₦7.5 Billion Per KM — Umahi Clarifies

Nigeria’s Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has disclosed that the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project will cost about ₦7.5 billion per kilometre on a standard two-lane basis. The minister made this known while providing fresh clarifications on the cost structure of the massive infrastructure project, which has continued to attract public debate. According to…

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BREAKING: Works Minister David Umahi Threatens Abuja–Lokoja Road Contractors With EFCC, ICPC Probe

Posted on September 20, 2025September 20, 2025 By Rextun boss No Comments on BREAKING: Works Minister David Umahi Threatens Abuja–Lokoja Road Contractors With EFCC, ICPC Probe
BREAKING: Works Minister David Umahi Threatens Abuja–Lokoja Road Contractors With EFCC, ICPC Probe

Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has issued a stern warning to three construction firms handling critical sections of the Abuja–Lokoja highway, threatening to report them to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over alleged poor performance. Umahi gave the warning on Saturday…

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FG to Spend ₦3.6 Trillion on Third Mainland Bridge Rehabilitation — Umahi

Posted on August 14, 2025August 14, 2025 By Rextun boss No Comments on FG to Spend ₦3.6 Trillion on Third Mainland Bridge Rehabilitation — Umahi
FG to Spend ₦3.6 Trillion on Third Mainland Bridge Rehabilitation — Umahi

The Federal Government of Nigeria has disclosed plans to allocate a staggering ₦3.6 trillion for the rehabilitation of the Third Mainland Bridge, addressing critical structural issues that pose a risk to public safety. Major Structural Concerns At Wednesday’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of Works, David Umahi,…

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Civil Constructions and Housing

FG bans use of laterite in road construction

Posted on October 7, 2023October 9, 2023 By Rextun boss No Comments on FG bans use of laterite in road construction
FG bans use of laterite in road construction

The Federal government has directed its road construction contractors not to use laterite as a base in road construction any longer. Accordingly, lumps, sharp sand and stone base will form the base before laying of concrete or asphalt pavement of Federal roads. The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi gave the order at the inauguration of…

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Civil Constructions and Housing
  • Tragedy in Kogi: Police Corporal Allegedly Kills Female Colleague, Takes Own Life After Reported Relationship Crisis
    by Rextun boss
    October 25, 2026
    A tragic shooting incident involving two serving police officers has...

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  • Tottenham Stun Chelsea at Stamford Bridge as Palmer Sees Red and Maddison Suffers Fresh Injury Blow
    by Rextun boss
    October 24, 2026
    Tottenham Hotspur delivered a statement victory over London rivals Chelsea...

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  • AFCOM-HS: New Military Medical College Listed on JAMB Portal for 2026/2027 Admission
    by Rextun boss
    October 24, 2026
    The Armed Forces College of Medicine and Health Sciences (AFCOM-HS),...

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  • Arsenal Sink Everton as Aston Villa Shock Man City in Dramatic Premier League Saturday
    by Rextun boss
    October 24, 2026
    Arsenal strengthened their challenge for the English Premier League title...

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  • Nigeria’s First Ebola Patient Identified as Wife of Swiss Diplomat as Authorities Probe Source of Infection
    by Rextun boss
    October 23, 2026
    Nigeria’s latest Ebola case has been traced to a 42-year-old...

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