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The[b] Federal Government has sanctioned a senior official of the Ministry of Works, Engr. Yakubu Usman, over alleged ineptitude and connivance that led to delays in the construction of the Maraba–Keffi road and the issuance of fraudulent certificates for work that was either incomplete or not executed.
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The government also issued a fresh ultimatum to the contractor handling the expressway project.

Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, had earlier announced that directors would be assigned specific projects to supervise in 2026, warning that any director found wanting would face sanctions.

During an inspection tour of the project on Friday, Umahi ordered China Harbour Engineering Company to complete and hand over the 43-kilometre road corridor by February 28, 2026. He further directed the firm to submit a detailed work programme and a written commitment to the deadline by Wednesday next week.

Visibly displeased with the slow pace of work, the minister blamed both the contractor and supervising officials for what he described as persistent negligence and misconduct.

"The problem is my staff, and today I will set an example,” Umahi said, as he ordered the immediate removal and redeployment of the project’s Controller of Works.

He accused the official of approving fraudulent certificates for work that was either incomplete or never executed, leading to improper payments.

Declaring 2026 an “action year,” the minister warned that indiscipline and negligence within the ministry would no longer be tolerated.

“Nobody will be spared. Discipline is our watchword. When action is taken, no amount of pleading will reverse it. I report directly to Mr. President,” he said.

Umahi stressed that supervising officials must strictly enforce directives, refuse certificates for non-compliance, and promptly report contractor failures.

He also ordered the immediate removal of substandard hand-moulded median caps, directing their replacement with concrete medians, as well as the installation of solar-powered streetlights along the entire corridor.

The minister made stopovers at strategic points, including the Keffi flyover, to assess progress before concluding the inspection.

Consequently, Umahi directed the Permanent Secretary of the ministry to redeploy Engr. Yakubu Usman immediately and assign a new Controller of Works to take over supervision of the project.

While announcing the removal, the minister said supervising officials have the authority to deny certificates and escalate any contractor’s non-compliance.

He stressed that the sanctions imposed would remain in force unless reversed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

"The problem is my staff, and today I will set an example,” Umahi said, as he ordered the immediate removal and redeployment of the project’s Controller of Works.

insidelife22:
While the man in aso rock is highly corrupt, we must also commend them for fishing out those who have started stealing small small.

Coz na so e dey take start

Thedon22:
There is a new Sheriff in town. They think it's still like Buharis time. They don't know that Tinubu is highly intelligent. Come to Lagos and see how projects are being completed. Nobody runs away with money. What Buharis body language couldn't do Tinubus governance intelligence will do. Expert governance is not by noise. Tell me any Tinubus project that is moribund. Eko Atlantic Project is ongoing despite its size, Blue, Red, Green rail project have been delivered and new ones ongoing, the Lagos - Calabar coaster road is progressing at unbelievable speed, yet some people want us to go and vote for people in opposition who are bereft of ideas to govern their states when they were govs. How much did Obi generate as IGR as Anambra gov? He solely depended on Federal allocation. How much did Tinubu generate as IGR? Compare and contrast. These are the issues, not telling us how you used to wash dirty toilets. Is it toilet washing that will generate funds for Nigerias infrastructure development? And some people are allowing themselves to be brainwashed by incapable politicians.

Thedon22:
There is a new Sheriff in town. They think it's still like Buharis time. They don't know that Tinubu is highly intelligent. Come to Lagos and see how projects are being completed. Nobody runs away with money. What Buharis body language couldn't do Tinubus governance intelligence will do. Expert governance is not by noise. Tell me any Tinubus project that is moribund. Eko Atlantic Project is ongoing despite its size, Blue, Red, Green rail project have been delivered and new ones ongoing, the Lagos - Calabar coaster road is progressing at unbelievable speed, yet some people want us to go and vote for people in opposition who are bereft of ideas to govern their states when they were govs. How much did Obi generate as IGR as Anambra gov? He solely depended on Federal allocation. How much did Tinubu generate as IGR? Compare and contrast. These are the issues, not telling us how you used to wash dirty toilets. Is it toilet washing that will generate funds for Nigerias infrastructure development? And some people are allowing themselves to be brainwashed by incapable politicians.

Playconsoler101:
No consequences for gross misconduct... When will this country be serious.

Kalulu44:
You mentioned opposition and I was expecting you will called out Obi, Atiku and the rest. But nope only Obi was mentioned. That man must be playing music in you guys heads that you can't dance to

Kalulu44:
You mentioned opposition and I was expecting you will called out Obi, Atiku and the rest. But nope only Obi was mentioned. That man must be playing music in you guys heads that you can't dance to

Thedon22:
There is a new Sheriff in town. They think it's still like Buharis time. They don't know that Tinubu is highly intelligent. Come to Lagos and see how projects are being completed. Nobody runs away with money. What Buharis body language couldn't do Tinubus governance intelligence will do. Expert governance is not by noise. Tell me any Tinubus project that is moribund. Eko Atlantic Project is ongoing despite its size, Blue, Red, Green rail project have been delivered and new ones ongoing, the Lagos - Calabar coaster road is progressing at unbelievable speed, yet some people want us to go and vote for people in opposition who are bereft of ideas to govern their states when they were govs. How much did Obi generate as IGR as Anambra gov? He solely depended on Federal allocation. How much did Tinubu generate as IGR? Compare and contrast. These are the issues, not telling us how you used to wash dirty toilets. Is it toilet washing that will generate funds for Nigerias infrastructure development? And some people are allowing themselves to be brainwashed by incapable politicians.

greatiyk4u:
I hope this true to send message to others who are into the act before now

However, who knows it's because the director didn't not comply as requested by the Tinubu team

Too much propaganda has eroded the little trust we were trying to have on this government

Burob:
The man in Aso Rock @ the top, is only a reflection of you the poor citizens @ the bottom.

Tareq1105:
And you're a saint that is waiting for an opportunity to get to position to loot more than the people you're condemning now.

singlealone:
You are the brain washed one here. 2k per post group

Thedon22:
Why are you people always running away from issues that matter? If Obi is your choice why not defend him with your full chest with facts. Are you supporting him because he washes dirty toilet too and want others to do same? Or his IGR record in Anambra was great? Give your facts.

Morbeta11:
https://guardian.ng/news/maraba-keffi-road-fg-removes-director-for-issuing-fraudulent-certificate-to-contractor/

Kalulu44:
I thought of that too. What are they redeploying him for. Somebody that's supposed to be sack entirely and handed over to police for fraudulent practice

Slurity:
for how long will these people realised that Tinubu is not Buhari