N80bn earmarked for second niger bridge roads construction in 12 states

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According to recent reports, the Nigerian government has allocated N80 billion (approximately $220 million USD) for the construction of roads leading to the Second Niger Bridge, which spans across 12 states in the country.

The Second Niger Bridge is a critical infrastructure project aimed at improving connectivity and reducing travel time between the eastern and western parts of Nigeria. The bridge, which is currently under construction, is expected to be completed in 2023.

The N80 billion allocation will be used to construct roads in the following 12 states:

  1. Anambra
  2. Delta
  3. Edo
  4. Ekiti
  5. Enugu
  6. Imo
  7. Kogi
  8. Kwara
  9. Nasarawa
  10. Ogun
  11. Ondo
  12. Osun

The construction of these roads is expected to create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and improve the overall quality of life for residents in these states.

It's worth noting that the Second Niger Bridge project is a flagship infrastructure development initiative of the Nigerian government, and its completion is expected to have a significant impact on the country's economy and social development.

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