Plateau State’s long-standing road infrastructure challenge is receiving renewed attention as the Federal Ministry of Works is stepping in to address critical failures that have disrupted movement, affected livelihoods, and limited economic activities across parts of the state.
At a Media tour of federal road projects in the North Central region, the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi inspected emergency interventions on critical corridors such as the Shendam–Lafia Road.
Sections of the road that had become impassable due to erosion and structural failure that have been repaired, with washed-out embankments reinstated, damaged culverts replaced, and a bridge at Kwande rehabilitated.
While Residents say the repairs are already easing daily movement, reducing travel time, and improving safety for commuters, farmers, and traders who rely on the route , Attention is also on longer-term solutions through ongoing construction projects, including the 16-kilometre Lafia–Shendam Junction–Poeship–Ngotuguut Road.
The multi-billion-naira project, now over 50 per cent completed, is expected to improve connectivity between rural communities, support agricultural produce evacuation, and lower transportation costs.
The Ministry of Works says its focus remains on completing the projects according to approved standards, stressing that sustainable road infrastructure is key to improving road safety, boosting local economies, and addressing long-standing development gaps in the region.
(Editor: Roluke Ogundele)
