The Federal Ministry of Works has terminated Julius Berger’s contract for the rehabilitation of the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano road, Section I (Abuja-Kaduna), citing contract disagreements and non-performance. According to a statement by Mohammed Ahmed, Director of Press at the ministry, the decision came after Julius Berger failed to attend a crucial meeting to resolve issues surrounding the … Read more
A fire incident occurred at the headquarters of the Federal Ministry of Works in Mabushi, Abuja, shortly after workers resumed on Friday morning. The fire was caused by a spark from a faulty circuit breaker on the ground floor but was swiftly contained, preventing significant damage. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot … Read more
Here are alternative routes for you as the Federal Government is set to shut parts of Herbert Macaulay Way. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Ministry of Works will temporarily close some parts of Herbert Macaulay Way in Lagos from today to carry out the Drainage Rehabilitation from Jibowu to Agnes Junction. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Former Benue Governor Ortom denies responsibility for the state’s insecurity, attributing issues to withheld financial assistance. Ortom highlighted his efforts against the herdsmen crisis, including enacting the anti-open grazing law. Ortom criticized his successor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, for making unsubstantiated allegations and emphasized his sacrifices to protect the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the immediate … Read more
Federal Ministry of Works collaborates with police to enhance security on Third Mainland Bridge Federal Controller of Works in Lagos emphasizes zero-tolerance for vandalism on public infrastructure Increased police patrols lead to arrests of vandals, including those responsible for theft of LED road stud lights EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Ministry of Works is … Read more
Construction Workers Threaten Nationwide Strike. A dispute between the Ministry of Works and FOCI has led to 3,000 job losses, with up to 32,000 more at risk. Unions call for a conflict resolution and a construction sector bailout to prevent increased poverty and insecurity. EKO HOT BLOG reports that ongoing construction on major roads in the … Read more
Lagos government has diverted traffic on the Eko Bridge. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion plan on the Eko Bridge (Alaka-Apongbon) for the duration of 18 days commencing from Saturday, 23rd October to Tuesday, 9th November, 2021. According to the state government, the diversion followed the notification received from … Read more
Lagos Government has announced a traffic diversion plan over the reconstruction of Apapa-Oworonshoki-Ojota Expressway. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has released the diversion plan for a duration of four months commencing from Monday, October 18, 2021, Following the notification received from the Federal Ministry of Works on the reconstruction of Apapa/Oworonshoki Expressway. The … Read more
Lagos Government has extended the period of traffic diversion on Apapa/Oshodi Expressway. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has extended the period of traffic diversion on the Apapa/Oshodi Expressway from the scheduled completion date of October 2, 2021, to October 30, 2021, following the repair works on the Airport Flyover Bridge by the Federal Ministry of Works. … Read more