May 22, 2025

Federal Authorities Halt Work on Sagamu-Iperu Road Over Quality Concerns

Federal Authorities Halt Work on Sagamu-Iperu Road Over Quality Concerns

The Federal Government has ordered a suspension of construction activities on the 12-kilometer Sagamu-Iperu Road, located near the Sagamu Interchange on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

 

The directive was issued by the Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, during an inspection tour of ongoing road projects in Lagos and Ogun states on Thursday.

 

Expressing dissatisfaction with the progress and quality of the work, the minister emphasized the need for immediate improvements. He gave the contractor a seven-day deadline to address the issues, including removing the current stone base and implementing the correct milling techniques with appropriate materials.

 

Furthermore, Umahi instructed the contractor to deploy suitable milling machines and use the proper mixture of stone base to enhance the durability of the road. He also urged the contractor to accelerate the pace of work.

 

During his assessment, the minister noted that construction had reached advanced stages, with ramps and retaining walls on several bridges in place. However, he raised concerns over rusted rods on some bridge piers, describing them as highly dangerous.

 

“The situation is urgent,” Umahi stated. “I am leaving the design team behind to work until Sunday to prepare comprehensive drawings and cost estimates, which will enable me to seek approval from the President. If any of these structures were to collapse, it would require billions of Naira to reconstruct. Addressing these issues now will be less costly and more effective.”

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