The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has assured motorists that the ongoing construction projects will be completed before the rainy season to address the challenge of flooding.
Mohammed Goni Alkali, Managing Director of the NEDC, made this known while inspecting the ongoing construction of the Galtimari and Moromoro bridges in Maiduguri, which he described as vital to restoring access, reviving local commerce, and accelerating recovery efforts.
In his address, Alkali noted that the bridges serve as the economic lifeline of the affected communities in Jere Local Government Area of Borno State. He said that the Commission remained unwavering in its commitment to the timely delivery of critical infrastructure across the region.
Alkali expressed satisfaction that work had commenced on the collapsed bridges and assured commuters of their timely completion to ease difficulties on the road.
“There is no room for delay because these bridges are crucial to reconnecting communities and restoring livelihoods,” he said.
The two bridges, destroyed during the 2024 Maiduguri flood, are part of the state’s wider reconstruction programme.
Alkali added that contractors have been instructed to adhere strictly to agreed timelines, with continuous technical supervision to ensure quality.
“The Commission is committed to transparency and accountability, working closely with the Borno State Government to monitor progress and address challenges,” he noted.
He reaffirmed NEDC’s commitment to recovery across the North-East, highlighting that road and bridge construction remains central to its development plan.
Story was adapted from Business Day.
