The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the timely completion of the Bedesegha Bridge reconstruction along the Bomadi road in Patani Local Government Area.
The State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Mr. Reuben Izeze, who disclosed this during the inspection of the ongoing project, said Niger Construction Limited, NIGERCAT, could not meet up with the earlier completion date of December 20 due to high rains that caused heavy flooding around the project. He further noted that despite initially setting a completion date for December 20, the company encountered unforeseen setbacks due to inclement weather conditions.
“Governor Sheriff Oborevwori had graciously granted the contracting firm (NIGERCAT) up to December 20 as they requested to complete this project and hand it over so that it will be ready for use to not only Deltans but including Bayelsans during the yuletide season,” Izeze stated.
He said the bridge is strategic as it leads to three local government areas of Bomadi, Burutu and Ughelli South and also the shortest access to Bayelsa State.
The Works Commissioner assured the public of the contractor’s dedication to meeting the revised target. He mentioned the implementation of a temporary diversion for vehicles weighing over 3 tonnes until the bridge’s completion.
Meanwhile, the Supervising engineer and Deputy Director of Highways, Mr. Eghwrudje Ojarigho, echoed Izeze’s sentiments, commending the contractor’s adherence to quality standards in the ongoing work.
The reassurances from the State Commissioner and project supervisors aim to alleviate concerns among commuters while affirming the government’s unwavering commitment to delivering a structurally sound and functional Bedesegha Bridge by the projected deadline in January 2024.
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