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President Tinubu has approved six massive road projects and the total reconstruction of the iconic Carter Bridge.

Nigeria’s transport landscape is set for a massive face-lift. President Bola Tinubu has officially approved the construction of six major road projects across the country, alongside a bold plan to demolish and replace the historic Carter Bridge in Lagos.

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, shared these updates on Wednesday, explaining that the move is part of the government's commitment to fixing broken links and finishing long-overdue projects.

For many Lagosians, the Carter Bridge is a landmark, but its time has come to an end. After thorough technical checks, experts concluded that the bridge is beyond repair.

Instead of patching it up, the President approved ₦5.6 billion for a fresh design and cost assessment. A new, modern bridge will be built from scratch to ensure the safety of the thousands who cross it daily.

Major Roads Getting an Overhaul

Several key routes that have frustrated travelers for years are finally getting attention. Here is a breakdown of the approved works:

• Suleja–Minna Road: After years of slow progress, the government has brought in new contractors. One side of the 71km stretch will be handled by China Geo-Engineering Corporation (CGC) for ₦91 billion.
• Kano–Kongolam Road: This 132km road linking Kano, Jigawa, and Katsina is getting a high-tech upgrade. It will now be a three-lane concrete road equipped with solar streetlights and CCTV cameras to fight insecurity.
• Abuja–Lokoja Road: The government has fired underperforming contractors on this route. Five new firms, including Julius Berger, will now reconstruct the 86km section using reinforced concrete at a cost of ₦146 billion.

The infrastructure push also covers the Ibadan–Ife–Ilesa dual carriageway. This 103km project, valued at ₦427 billion, was reviewed and re-awarded to ensure it actually gets finished this time.

In the North Central, the second phase of the Keffi–Nasarawa–Abaji road will also begin. This ₦203 billion project is expected to make travel between Nasarawa State and Abuja much smoother.

Minister Umahi didn't just announce approvals; he set a deadline. The Federal Government aims to commission at least four major road projects in every single geopolitical zone by May 15.

The government is signaling that the era of abandoned projects and "manageable" bridges is over. For the average Nigerian traveler, these changes could mean shorter trips and much safer journeys.