Nigeria's Minister of Works, David Umahi, has ordered that President Bola Tinubu's pictures be displayed on the First Niger Bridge, which connects Anambra and Delta states. The directive was given during an inspection of the bridge's ongoing rehabilitation on Wednesday. Umahi stated that the President deserved appreciation for his intervention in the project. The bridge's rehabilitation is currently underway following vandalism of its structural components.
The Minister instructed the South-East and South-South Senior Special Assistants to the President to beautify and color the bridge with Tinubu's pictures. He emphasized that the President's quick intervention and quality of work warranted appreciation. Additionally, Umahi ordered the removal of all illegal advertisements on the bridge, requiring anyone seeking to advertise to obtain approval from the Ministry of Works.
Umahi further directed the installation of additional solar lights on the bridge and the completion of closed-circuit television cameras. He also instructed that the link to the Second Niger Bridge be completed immediately. The Minister's directives aim to enhance the bridge's safety and aesthetics.
A committee has been constituted to assess the condition of the bridge both above and below the water level. The committee is expected to report back to Umahi by the end of the workday. This evaluation will ensure that the bridge is safe for use before its reopening.
The First Niger Bridge, which connects Onitsha in Anambra State with Asaba in Delta State, has been undergoing rehabilitation. Umahi had previously stated that the bridge would not be reopened until the rehabilitation work was completed, citing safety concerns.
The bridge's vandalism led to its closure, prompting the government to initiate repairs. The Minister's inspection and directives demonstrate the government's commitment to completing the rehabilitation project. The display of President Tinubu's pictures on the bridge is a gesture of appreciation for his intervention.
The rehabilitation project includes various components, such as the installation of solar lights and CCTV cameras. The government's efforts aim to ensure the bridge's safety and functionality. The project is expected to be completed soon, allowing for the bridge's reopening.
Key points
- The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has directed the display of President Bola Tinubu's pictures on the First Niger Bridge.
- The bridge's rehabilitation is currently underway following vandalism of its structural components.
- The Minister has also ordered the installation of additional solar lights and the completion of CCTV cameras on the bridge.
