David Umahi, the Minister of Works, has expressed serious concerns regarding the parking of fuel tankers and heavy-duty vehicles on newly constructed roads, which he believes jeopardizes the integrity and longevity of the vital infrastructure.
While inspecting the Aleto Bridge project in Rivers State, Umahi remarked, “Yesterday, I noticed fuel tankers parked on the completed roadway. Roads are not intended to carry static loads; they will suffer damage.”
A statement from his media assistant, Francis Nwaze, highlighted the minister’s apprehension that such negligence could threaten a project that has already cost over ₦230 billion—₦156 billion for the first phase and ₦83 billion for the second.
Emphasizing the importance of safeguarding public property, Umahi acknowledged the efforts of the contractor, RCC, for their efficient work and congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for securing alternative funding after the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) ceased support in August 2025.
The Aleto Bridge, equipped with advanced technology, is slated for completion by August 2026. Furthermore, Umahi introduced a mentorship initiative aimed at integrating young engineers into the project, urging citizens to protect public infrastructure vigorously.
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