The Federal Authorities has established a state-of-the-art surveillance room to watch the Third Mainland Bridge and surrounding areas.
The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, disclosed this on Thursday in Lagos, whereas main members of the Nationwide Meeting on an on-site evaluation of ongoing infrastructure initiatives within the southwest area, together with the Third Mainland Bridge.
Umahi said that the management room could be staffed by safety personnel from the Military, Navy, Police, and native safety forces.
He added {that a} devoted boat and automobiles had been assigned to the ability, permitting for a swift response time of 5 minutes to any incident.
The minister additionally revealed that related high-tech safety measures could be applied on different main highways, together with the Lagos-Calabar, Sokoto-Badagry, Trans-Sahara, Abuja-Akwanga-Jos-Bauchi-Gombe, Keffi-Makurdi, Lagos-Ibadan, and Abuja-Kano roads.
Moreover, he introduced plans to put in photo voltaic lighting on all main roads to enhance visibility at night time and enhance financial exercise.
Umahi additionally reported that the primary part of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway was nearing completion and could be concessioned for operation and upkeep.
Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Peter Nwebonyi, counseled the minister’s initiative to determine a CCTV management room to watch the Third Mainland Bridge and its environs.
In accordance with him, this initiative demonstrates Nigeria’s dedication to progress and improvement.
He stated the CCTV system would improve the protection of motorists and pedestrians by deterring prison actions and stopping vandalism of crucial infrastructure akin to handrails and avenue lights.
Nwebonyi additionally referred to as on all highway customers to stick to visitors legal guidelines and laws to contribute to the general security and well-being of the nation.
The Senate Minority Whip, Senator Osita Ngwu, counseled the federal government’s infrastructure efforts, particularly highlighting the latest flag-off of the coastal highway part in Ondo.
He praised the federal government’s give attention to not solely constructing infrastructure but additionally making certain its security and upkeep.
Ngwu counseled Umahi for his expertise and dedication to infrastructure improvement, emphasising the Senate’s assist for the minister’s initiatives and provision of essential legislative backing.
He acknowledged President Bola Tinubu’s assist for the minister’s initiatives.
Senator Mpigi Barinada, representing Rivers South East Senatorial District, additionally counseled the federal government’s infrastructure efforts, calling for fairness.
He careworn the significance of transparency and accountability in infrastructure initiatives, noting that the CCTV management room was a big step in the direction of this.
Barinada urged for the replication of those progressive approaches within the South-East and South-South areas of the nation to make sure equitable improvement.
He highlighted the robust collaboration between the Senate and the Ministry of Works to make sure efficient oversight and budgetary allocation.
He emphasised the significance of finishing initiatives to the very best requirements and referred to as for strict monitoring and analysis.
The Chairman of the Home of Representatives Committee on Works, Akin Alabi, praised the Minister of Works and promised parliamentary oversight.
He emphasised the position of the Nationwide Meeting in overseeing authorities spending, notably relating to the 2024 price range.
Alabi counseled the minister for his efforts in addressing infrastructure challenges and bettering challenge execution.
He acknowledged the minister’s assertive method in coping with contractors, making certain that authorities pursuits are prioritised.
He assured that, whereas supporting the minister’s initiatives, the Home Committee on Works would keep its oversight position to make sure accountability and transparency.
Earlier, the Ministry of Works formally flagged off the graduation of labor on the Ondo part of the Lagos-Calabar coastal freeway.
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