The central administration has obtained N3.6 billion worth of building machinery provided by the Japanese authorities.
In a press release, the Ministry of Works stated that the machinery provided to the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) would mark a significant step forward in the country’s efforts toward achieving sustainable infrastructure development.
The declaration, signed by the Ministry’s Director of Press, Mohammed Ahmed, cited the Minister of State for Works, Bello Muhammad Goronyo, Esq., who stated that “the generous support from Japan moves forward the dream of seamless, secure, and dependable transportation throughout the nation.”
Goronyo stated that roads serve as the vital arteries of Nigeria’s economy and everyday activities, with the machinery marking a significant advancement in their use and maintenance.
Worthed at £3.6 billion (three billion, six hundred million Nigerian naira), the provided machinery is anticipated to enhance FERMA’s ability to repair and restore Nigeria’s extensive highway system.
Goronyo highlighted that the contribution marks the beginning of a new phase in road upkeep, allowing engineers and technical staff to achieve quicker and longer-lasting results.
He further pointed out that Nigeria’s large highway system still plays a crucial role in trade, farming, medical services, and uniting the country, despite ongoing serious upkeep issues.
He also praised the actions of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, who has placed infrastructure at the forefront and positioned it as a major factor in driving economic development through his Renewed Hope Agenda — a government that acknowledges infrastructure as a catalyst for progress.
“We imagine a future where traveling within Nigeria is smooth, safe, and reliable. This kind gesture brings us nearer to turning that dream into truth,” he added.
The President and citizens of Nigeria expressed deep appreciation through Goronyo to the Japanese government for its concrete assistance and steadfast dedication towards Nigeria’s progress.
He called on the management of FERMA and their engineering staff to guarantee that the machinery is utilized to the best of its potential, stating, “This equipment represents a significant resource, and its proper application will demonstrate our dedication to enhancing the standard of living for every Nigerian.”
He ended by pointing out that the installation of the machinery goes beyond a symbolic transfer, representing instead the start of a fresh phase in road upkeep that corresponds with Nigeria’s larger aim of achieving economic growth through improved infrastructure.
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