Minister of Works, David Umahi: Federal Government Terminates 3 Major Road Contracts Over Delays

Federal government through Minister Works, David Umahi has cancelled road expansion contracts awarded to Mothercat Ltd, Dantata & Sawoe Construction Ltd, and Reynolds Construction Company (RCC) Ltd for sections of the Obajana-Benin highway. Minister of Works, David Umahi, announced the decision, citing substantial project delays and contractors’ non-compliance with their contractual duties. The cancelled contracts include 6136 (Mothercat Ltd), 6137 (Dantata & Sawoe Construction Ltd), and 6138 (RCC Ltd).

The cancellation affects the progress of the Obajana-Benin road dualization in specific areas, including section II (Okene-Auchi) in Kogi/Edo State, section III (Auchi-Ehor) in Edo State, and section IV (Ehor-Benin) in Edo State. The Minister warned that any contract that receives funding but does not meet performance expectations will face similar repercussions.

Contracts Terminated Due to Project Delays and Non-Compliance

The federal government terminated the contracts due to substantial project delays and the contractors’ failure to comply with their contractual duties. Minister of Works, David Umahi, stated that the violations delayed the projects, leading to the contracts expiring due to time lapse. The Minister has instructed the responsible engineers to take immediate control of the sites and ongoing projects from the affected companies.

The termination of contracts serves as a warning to contractors who fail to meet performance expectations. The federal government will not tolerate acts of unseriousness and sabotage that hinder progress in Nigeria’s road infrastructure development. The Minister emphasized that the government will not hesitate to terminate all projects that are funded but non-performing.

Minister of Works David Umahi Warns Contractors

Minister of Works, David Umahi, has warned contractors that the federal government will not condone acts of unseriousness and sabotage. He emphasized that the government will terminate all projects that are funded but non-performing. The Minister’s warning comes after the cancellation of contracts awarded to Mothercat Ltd, Dantata & Sawoe Construction Ltd, and Reynolds Construction Company (RCC) Ltd.

The warning serves as a reminder to contractors to comply with their contractual duties and meet performance expectations. The federal government is committed to developing Nigeria’s road infrastructure, and any hindrances will not be tolerated.

Federal Government Takes Control of Projects

The federal government has taken control of the projects previously handled by Mothercat Ltd, Dantata & Sawoe Construction Ltd, and Reynolds Construction Company (RCC) Ltd. The responsible engineers have been instructed to access the sites and assume control of the ongoing projects. The government’s move ensures that the projects will continue without further delays.

The takeover of projects demonstrates the federal government’s commitment to completing the Obajana-Benin road dualization project. The government will not allow contractors’ non-compliance to hinder progress in the project.

Contractors Warned to Comply with Contractual Duties

Contractors working on federal government projects have been warned to comply with their contractual duties or face termination. Minister of Works, David Umahi, emphasized that the government will not hesitate to terminate all projects that are funded but non-performing. The warning comes after the cancellation of contracts awarded to Mothercat Ltd, Dantata & Sawoe Construction Ltd, and Reynolds Construction Company (RCC) Ltd.

The warning serves as a reminder to contractors to prioritize project completion and meet performance expectations. The federal government is committed to developing Nigeria’s road infrastructure, and contractors must comply with their contractual duties to achieve this goal.

Government Committed to Road Infrastructure Development

The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to developing Nigeria’s road infrastructure. Despite the cancellation of contracts, the government remains dedicated to completing the Obajana-Benin road dualization project. Minister of Works, David Umahi, has instructed the responsible engineers to take control of the projects and ensure their completion.

The government’s commitment to road infrastructure development is evident in its decision to take control of the projects. The federal government will not allow contractors’ non-compliance to hinder progress in the project, and will instead work to ensure its completion.