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Delta govt restates commitment to high-standard road project

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Delta State government has reaffirmed its determination to sustain the delivery of durable and well-engineered road infrastructure across the state.

The Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban roads), Mr Reuben Izeze, said this during a management meeting on Monday in Asaba.

Izeze said that the ministry will continue to execute road projects in strict alignment with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda.

He described the meeting as both a moment of reflection and strategic engagement aimed at reinforcing the ministry’s priorities for 2026.

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The commissioner said that adherence to approved work plans, budgetary provisions and technical specifications remained non-negotiable.

He emphasised that all projects will be executed strictly within the framework of the approved Budgetary Estimates and Bills of Engineering Measurement and Quantities (BEBEMQ).

Izeze noted that quality and value for money will continue to guide project implementation in the state.

The commissioner also highlighted professionalism, transparency and dedication as core principles that will define the ministry’s operations.

He called on management, engineers and technical staff in the ministry to strengthen teamwork and maintain high sense of responsibility to ensure projects are completed on schedule and to standard.

The commissioner noted that efficient road delivery was critical to improving connectivity and stimulating economic growth across the state.

Reaffirming the ministry’s commitment, Izeze stated that the Oborevwori-led administration remained focused on infrastructural development.

He said that the positive impact of completed and ongoing road projects across the state was evident and continues to enhance the quality of life for residents.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that the meeting marked the official resumption of work for the year, 2026.

NAN further reported that the meeting was attended by top officials of the ministry, including the permanent secretary, Mrs Juliet Aboloje.

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