By Francis Wilfred
The Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, has praised China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) for its exceptional expertise and professionalism in reconstructing and expanding the Maraba-Keffi Road. During a visit over the weekend to the project site, Umahi commended the quality and timely progress of the completed sections, noting that CHEC has set a high standard for other contractors to follow.
Umahi advised the CHEC team to maintain the high standards and strict compliance that have characterized their work so far, particularly now that the project has entered its critical and final phase. He emphasized the importance of enhancing safety management and quality control to ensure the project’s successful completion.
Umahi stated that although the contract completion date is June 2026, given the project’s importance to public transportation, he hopes CHEC will optimize its construction plan and resource allocation to strive for the overall handover by the end of February 2026, enabling the road to be fully open to traffic, thereby promoting regional socio-economic development and improving the convenience of public life.
Umahi assured CHEC that funding issues would be resolved and the Federal Ministry of Works would expedite procedures to promptly settle all approved Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs). He also committed to ensuring that the contractor receives full project payment in a timely manner upon completion, securing the smooth conclusion of the project.
The minister’s visit aimed to understand and assess the project’s progress and ensure that the project delivers high-quality road infrastructure that meets the needs of the public.
