Japan donates N3.6bn road equipment to Nigeria

The federal government has received N3.6bn construction equipment donated by the Government of Japan. In a statement, the ministry of works said the equipment donated to the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) would serve as a strategic milestone in the nation’s pursuit of sustainable infrastructure renewal. The statement which was signed by the Director Press […]

The federal government has received N3.6bn construction equipment donated by the Government of Japan.

In a statement, the ministry of works said the equipment donated to the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) would serve as a strategic milestone in the nation’s pursuit of sustainable infrastructure renewal.

The statement which was signed by the Director Press of the ministry, Mohammed Ahmed, quoted the Minister of State for Works, Bello Muhammad Goronyo, Esq., as saying that “the generous contribution from Japan brings closer the vision of a smoother, safer and more reliable travel across the country.”

Goronyo said roads are the lifeblood of Nigeria’s economy and daily life, and the equipment is a game changer in the ability to utilise and preserve them.

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“Valued at ₦3.6 billion (three billion, six hundred thousand Naira), the donated equipment is expected to transform FERMA’s capacity to maintain and rehabilitate Nigeria’s vast road network.”

Goronyo emphasised that the donation ushers in a new era of road maintenance, enabling engineers and technicians to deliver faster and more sustainable outcomes.

He also noted that Nigeria’s extensive road network remains vital to commerce, agriculture, healthcare, and national integration, even as it continues to face significant maintenance challenges.

He further commended the efforts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, for making infrastructure a top priority and a key driver of economic growth under his Renewed Hope Agenda – an administration that recognises infrastructure as an enabler of growth.

“We envision a future where travel across Nigeria is seamless, secure and dependable. This generous donation moves us closer to making that vision a reality,” he further stated.

On behalf of the president and people of Nigeria, Goronyo extended profound gratitude to the Government of Japan for its tangible support and unwavering commitment to Nigeria’s development.

He urged the leadership of FERMA and its technical team to ensure that the equipment is put to optimal use, emphasizing, “This equipment is a valuable asset, and its effective deployment will reflect our commitment to improving the quality of life for all Nigerians.”

He concluded by noting that the commissioning of the equipment signifies more than a ceremonial handover, as it marks the beginning of a new chapter in road maintenance that aligns with Nigeria’s broader vision of infrastructure-driven prosperity.