JUST IN: UMAHI RAISES ALARM OVER VANDALISM ON THIRD MAINLAND BRIDGE, ABUJA–KANO HIGHWAY

UMAHI RAISES ALARM OVER VANDALISM ON THIRD MAINLAND BRIDGE, ABUJA–KANO HIGHWAY


The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has raised concerns over repeated acts of vandalism targeting critical road infrastructure across the country, warning that such actions threaten public safety and undermine government investment.

Speaking on recent incidents, Umahi disclosed that individuals were apprehended for allegedly removing road safety components on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos.

“Just about two weeks ago, we caught people, and this is the second time we’re catching people removing the cat eyes of electrical devices on the Third Mainland Bridge,” the minister said.

Cat eyes are reflective road studs designed to enhance night-time visibility and improve driving safety. Their removal, officials say, compromises the effectiveness of safety installations on major highways and bridges.

Umahi also cited similar concerns on the Abuja–Kano highway project, where he alleged that some individuals have been damaging newly installed concrete barriers.

“If you look at the project everyone is talking about, Abuja to Kano, just go and look at the concrete barriers. People are destroying them for minimal financial gain,” he stated.

The minister described the acts as counterproductive, noting that the Federal Government continues to invest significant resources in road rehabilitation and expansion projects nationwide. He emphasized that vandalism not only delays project timelines but also increases maintenance costs and poses risks to road users.

Public infrastructure experts have repeatedly warned that the destruction of safety installations — including barriers, reflectors, and lighting systems — can significantly reduce the safety standards of major transport corridors.

The Ministry of Works urged citizens to safeguard public infrastructure and report suspicious activities to relevant authorities. The government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening monitoring mechanisms to protect ongoing and completed projects.

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