The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) and the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) have thrown their weight behind the Federal Government’s renewed road infrastructure initiative, applauding the adoption of advanced construction technology aimed at delivering durable and sustainable roads across the country.
The endorsement followed a national media tour and project inauguration in Kaduna State on Monday, led by Hon. Abdullahi Tanko Yakasai, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement for the North-West Zone, alongside members of NSE, COREN, and other stakeholders.
In a statement released Tuesday by Mohammed Ahmed, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of Works, NSE Kaduna Branch Chairman Muhammadu Ibrahim and COREN representative Arege Samson Bawa confirmed that the ongoing projects comply fully with professional and engineering standards. They praised Minister of Works, David Umahi, for prioritizing quality, adherence to technical guidelines, and the active involvement of Nigerian engineers in executing federal projects.
The engineers highlighted the use of continuous reinforced concrete pavement (CRCP) technology on key federal highways, citing its enhanced durability, extended lifespan, and lower maintenance costs compared to traditional flexible pavements. Yakasai assured Nigerians that the roads under construction “are built to last,” aligning with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda and long-term infrastructure vision.
During the Kaduna inauguration, three emergency intervention projects were unveiled, including the repair of Taban Sani Road in Makarfi Local Government Area, Sabo Rail Bridge–Command Junction Road, and the Mahuta Army Post-Service Housing Scheme Roads in Chikun Local Government Area. NSE also celebrated the launch of a new branch in Lekki Peninsula, reflecting the society’s expanding role in national development projects.
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Federal Controller of Works in Kaduna State, Engr. Ulagu Loveday, explained that ongoing works on the Abuja–Kaduna–Kano Expressway follow the reassignment of the contract to a new contractor and the switch from asphalt to CRCP technology, in line with global best practices to improve safety, longevity, and cost-effectiveness.
Providing technical insight, Engr. Robert Turner, Senior Project Manager at Infiouest International Construction Limited, detailed that the process involves breaking down existing pavement, reinstating the stone base, installing steel reinforcement, and laying high-strength concrete followed by a 14-day curing period. Sections of the project are slated for completion between October 2025 and April 2026, depending on funding.
Similarly, Engr. Salihu Yunusa, Project Manager of Eksiogullari Construction (Nig.) Limited for the Kaduna Eastern Bypass, noted that the Rabah Road Interchange would significantly improve traffic flow and regional connectivity.
The endorsement by NSE and COREN underscores professional confidence in the Federal Government’s road infrastructure programme, highlighting the strategic use of modern engineering technology to deliver long-lasting highways that promise enhanced safety, reduced maintenance, and sustainable development.
