Minister of Works, David Umahi, has invited Nigeria’s top anti-graft agencies to investigate road projects under his ministry, asserting full transparency and accountability. Speaking in Abuja, Umahi revealed that both the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have been formally contacted to conduct thorough […]
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has invited Nigeria’s top anti-graft agencies to investigate road projects under his ministry, asserting full transparency and accountability.
Speaking in Abuja, Umahi revealed that both the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have been formally contacted to conduct thorough checks.
He said all project documentation and execution details are readily available for review, adding that the ministry welcomes independent audits to reassure the public.
Umahi also defended the ministry’s recent shift from asphalt to concrete roads, noting that concrete offers greater durability and long-term cost savings. “We want roads that last decades, not just a few years. This transition is a strategic investment for the nation,” he said.
Highlighting accountability measures, the minister stressed that every contract, payment, and project milestone can be fully explained. “There is nothing hidden. We encourage scrutiny because it strengthens public confidence in government projects,” Umahi added.
He further urged journalists and the public to avoid spreading unverified reports, emphasizing that misinformation could undermine trust in infrastructure development. “Transparency and accuracy are essential for maintaining faith in public institutions,” he said.
The invitation to ICPC and EFCC comes amid increasing public concern over alleged corruption in the country’s infrastructure sector, with citizens demanding clarity on spending and project quality. Analysts say Umahi’s move could set a precedent for other ministries to proactively engage anti-graft agencies.
Minister Umahi concluded by reaffirming the ministry’s commitment to ethical governance and efficiency, promising that all ongoing and future road projects would remain open to independent monitoring. “Our goal is simple: build roads that serve Nigerians and do it transparently,” he stated.