On September 18, 2026, Niger's Minister of Equipment and Infrastructure, Colonel-major Salissou Mahaman Salissou, conducted a visit of several road construction sites in Niamey. The goal of the visit was to assess the progress of various urban infrastructure projects aimed at improving mobility during and after the rainy season. The minister's tour included the inspection of ongoing works at multiple locations across the city.
The first stop on the minister's tour was the round-point Taharnakal, also known as "place de l'escadrille," where work is underway to widen the road. This project, which is progressing according to plan, aims to better separate traffic flows heading to the airport from those going into the city or exiting it. The minister observed that the project is on track, with significant progress made so far.
The minister's next stop was on RN 25, where the construction of drainage canals is nearly completed, with both protective walls in place. Work on the central median is also progressing normally, with plans to install public lighting and an irrigation system for green spaces. The minister encouraged the teams working on the project to continue their efforts while adhering to technical rules.
The delegation then visited the road rehabilitation site at the Noma station intersection, where workers are laying pavers along the road. The minister expressed satisfaction with the progress made and encouraged the teams to continue working. The project is moving towards the Sorey bridge, where a monolayer has been installed, and work is expected to start soon.
The minister's tour also included a visit to the Niamey Nyala road, which is being rehabilitated with an additional 1.5 kilometers of road added to the initial 2 kilometers planned. However, the presence of a gas station occupying a public space is hindering the free flow of heavy-duty trucks. The minister called for the strict respect of the 2018 law to ensure the longevity of road infrastructure.
The final stop on the minister's tour was the Tanimoune boulevard, which had previously experienced difficulties due to heavy rainfall but has since been made passable through temporary arrangements. The minister stressed the importance of users respecting speed limits to allow work to proceed smoothly and safely.
In conclusion, the minister highlighted the government's commitment to investing in urban infrastructure to improve mobility in Niamey. He emphasized the need for cooperation from all stakeholders to avoid accidents and ensure that projects are completed within the planned timeframe. The minister also noted that some project modifications had been made in response to recent events and weather conditions.
Key points
- The Nigerien government is investing heavily in road infrastructure projects in Niamey to improve urban mobility.
- The minister inspected several road construction sites, including the widening of the round-point Taharnakal and the rehabilitation of the Niamey Nyala road.
- The government is working to complete the projects within the planned timeframe, with the minister emphasizing the importance of user cooperation to ensure smooth and safe work progress.
