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The Benue state government has praised China Harbour Engineering Company Limited (CHEC) for the steady progress and quality of work on the dualisation of the Makurdi-Otukpo-Enugu road project, which it described as a critical economic artery for the Idoma Nation and a major north-south transport corridor.

Deputy governor Sam Ode made the commendation during an inspection of the project at the Otukpo corridor, describing CHEC as a “reputable frontline construction firm”.

He praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, for sustaining the project, which is Phase II of the Keffi-Akwanga-Lafia-Makurdi-9th Mile expressway dualisation.

The Deputy Governor said that Benue was responsible for compensation and relocation of utilities along the stretch of the road within the state.

This, he explained, was in line with a new federal policy requiring states to partner with the Federal Government on road projects.

According to him, the state has so far paid over 4.6 billion naira in compensation to affected communities.

Ode said that the funding covered demolished structures and the relocation of public utilities from Wurukum Roundabout in Makurdi to Orokam, the boundary with Enugu State.

“In Otukpo township, we made a special appeal because our people have suffered for years due to the abandoned road.

“The Minister of Works graciously directed CHEC to prioritise this section, and we have been assured that the Otukpo stretch will be delivered before June this year,” he said.

CHEC’s Head of Engineering, Mr Li Dong said that the subgrade work had been completed on several sections of the road, adding that stone base and pavement works would commence shortly.

According to him, asphalt laying on one side of the road is expected to be completed before March, subject to the timely relocation of utility installations along the corridor.

He said the company was working closely with relevant authorities to resolve outstanding challenges, including the relocation of power lines and water pipelines, to ensure uninterrupted construction.

Also speaking, the Federal Controller of Works, Engr. Munkaila Danladi, said the Makurdi–9th Mile (Enugu) Road spans about 250 kilometres, with Benue State accounting for the longest portion of approximately 178 kilometres.

Danladi disclosed that about 120 kilometres had been completed up to binder course level, while about 50 kilometres had reached the wearing course stage, alongside ongoing earthworks and construction of several hydraulic structures.

“We also have major structures like the flyover bridge at Chainage, which shows the level of momentum on this project.

”I assure you that by June this year, we should be able to complete the dual carriageway for the Otukpo corridor,” he said.

He stressed that quality assurance remained a top priority, noting that the Minister of Works does not tolerate substandard work.

According to him, the project is supervised by multiple consultants alongside ministry engineers, while routine laboratory testing of construction materials is conducted to ensure strict compliance with specifications.

Danladi also commended the host communities for their cooperation, noting that the economic importance of the road had encouraged residents in some areas to vacate affected sites even before compensation payments were concluded.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the project is jointly financed by the China Export and Import (EXIM) Bank and the Federal Government of Nigeria.

When completed, the road is expected to boost agricultural trade, reduce travel time, attract investment and significantly enhance socio-economic activities across Benue, the Southeast and other neighbouring areas.

AMINDA:
Op, are those pictures from the site of the project? If yes, that's a substandard and shoddy job being done. How can coal tar be laid directly on laterite?

AMINDA:
Op, are those pictures from the site of the project? If yes, that's a substandard and shoddy job being done. How can coal tar be laid directly on laterite?

Putindbutt:
The road is all the way from Nassarawa to Benue to Enugu. But you hear wailers and Bitter Obidients saying Tinubu has abandoned old projects. He already completed Bodo-Bony, East-West road, Enugu-Onitsha are ongoing. Several roads across the country under construction.

You definitely know that many wailers and Bitter Obidients do know know anything beyond their keyboard screens. They know nothing beyond the lies, propaganda and misinformation they're being told on social media.

I will say it again, your lies, hatred and bitterness will never win you the elections. No matter how you try, you labour in vain again in 2027.

kokoA:
One of the positives of this government is that they usually take projects completion seriously.

Jagabanfromcali:
Enugu Onicha and aba Portharcourt are ever on going , while the roads in the north and west are finished fast , on going since the 90s , you are evil

AMINDA:
Op, are those pictures from the site of the project? If yes, that's a substandard and shoddy job being done. How can coal tar be laid directly on laterite?

Jagabanfromcali:
Enugu Onicha and aba Portharcourt are ever on going , while the roads in the north and west are finished fast , on going since the 90s , you are evil

Putindbutt:
The road is all the way from Nassarawa to Benue to Enugu. But you hear wailers and Bitter Obidients saying Tinubu has abandoned old projects. He already completed Bodo-Bony, East-West road, Enugu-Onitsha are ongoing. Several roads across the country under construction.

You definitely know that many wailers and Bitter Obidients do know know anything beyond their keyboard screens. They know nothing beyond the lies, propaganda and misinformation they're being told on social media.

I will say it again, your lies, hatred and bitterness will never win you the elections. No matter how you try, you labour in vain again in 2027.

Putindbutt:
The road is all the way from Nassarawa to Benue to Enugu. But you hear wailers and Bitter Obidients saying Tinubu has abandoned old projects. He already completed Bodo-Bony, East-West road, Enugu-Onitsha are ongoing. Several roads across the country under construction.

You definitely know that many wailers and Bitter Obidients do know know anything beyond their keyboard screens. They know nothing beyond the lies, propaganda and misinformation they're being told on social media.

I will say it again, your lies, hatred and bitterness will never win you the elections. No matter how you try, you labour in vain again in 2027.

Thedon22:
Another Federal road done by Tinubu. Tinubu seems to be working around all the States at the same time. Only Obidients seem not to see all these works maybe because they are blind. They come here to do propaganda that nothing is happening or that only Otti is working. They refuse to recognize a performer from Lagos to follow someone who said his qualification for presidency is washing dirty toilets. Funny people!

ElevationD:
A performer who 12 years ago, prevented the same reforms that he presently claims?

A performer whose background has been called mysterious several times?

No be only performer, na actor.

Thedon22:
The Blue Red, Green Rail Systems testify about his performance. Tell us what Peter Obis legacies are.

ElevationD:
Not only blue, red and green. Na aquamarine too.
Tell us how you manage with the hunger first.

Putindbutt:
The road is all the way from Nassarawa to Benue to Enugu. But you hear wailers and Bitter Obidients saying Tinubu has abandoned old projects. He already completed Bodo-Bony, East-West road, Enugu-Onitsha are ongoing. Several roads across the country under construction.

You definitely know that many wailers and Bitter Obidients do know know anything beyond their keyboard screens. They know nothing beyond the lies, propaganda and misinformation they're being told on social media.

I will say it again, your lies, hatred and bitterness will never win you the elections. No matter how you try, you labour in vain again in 2027.

Putindbutt:
The road is all the way from Nassarawa to Benue to Enugu. But you hear wailers and Bitter Obidients saying Tinubu has abandoned old projects. He already completed Bodo-Bony, East-West road, Enugu-Onitsha are ongoing. Several roads across the country under construction.

You definitely know that many wailers and Bitter Obidients do know know anything beyond their keyboard screens. They know nothing beyond the lies, propaganda and misinformation they're being told on social media.

I will say it again, your lies, hatred and bitterness will never win you the elections. No matter how you try, you labour in vain again in 2027.

Pakute:
https://nannews.ng/2026/01/17/chinese-coy-pledges-prompt-completion-of-makurdi-otukpo-9th-mile-road-project/

AMINDA:
Op, are those pictures from the site of the project? If yes, that's a substandard and shoddy job being done. How can coal tar be laid directly on laterite?

igatit:
Believe this gibberish at your own peril. Look at the way they deliberately uploaded a blur image, knowing fully well that people will identify the exact location of the picture if a clearer was uploaded. We all know that the blur image is not of any of the regions mentioned above This government and propaganda are 5&6. I stand on my the obvious. Apc is evil. Let's all vote them out.

ottersberger:
If you must lie, and you must, it may benefit you to do so intellectually if you can.
Enugu-Onitsha was awarded by Buhari's government under theRoad Infrastructure Development and Refurbishment Investment Tax Credit Scheme. The project is being financed by MTN.