Reps order probe of slow work on n150bn lagos ibadan expressway others
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Reps Order Probe of Slow Work on N150bn Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Others
The House of Representatives has ordered an investigation into the slow pace of work on the N150 billion Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and other critical infrastructure projects across the country.
The probe was ordered following a motion moved by Hon. Nnolim Nnaji, a member representing Nkanu East/Nkanu West Federal Constituency of Enugu State, during plenary on Wednesday.
Nnaji expressed concern over the slow progress of work on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, which is one of the most critical infrastructure projects in the country, and called for an investigation into the matter.
The motion was seconded by Hon. Ahmed Jaha, a member representing Kaura-Namoda/Birnin-Magaji Federal Constituency of Zamfara State.
The House resolved to set up an ad-hoc committee to investigate the slow pace of work on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and other critical infrastructure projects, including the Second Niger Bridge, the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Expressway, and the Port Harcourt-Aba-Enugu Expressway.
The committee is expected to investigate the causes of the slow work, identify the challenges, and recommend solutions to ensure the timely completion of the projects.
The House also resolved to invite the Minister of Works and Housing, the Minister of Transportation, and the Managing Directors of the construction companies handling the projects to appear before the committee to explain the situation.
The committee is expected to submit its report within six weeks.
The Lagos-Ibadan Expressway is a critical infrastructure project that is expected to reduce travel time and improve the economy of the region. The project is being executed by the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, in collaboration with the Lagos and Ogun State governments.
However, the project has been plagued by delays and slow work, which has caused frustration among commuters and stakeholders in the region.
The House of Representatives' decision to probe the slow work on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and other critical infrastructure projects is seen as a step in the right direction, as it is expected to ensure accountability and transparency in the execution of the projects.