Borno Commences N24bn Post Office Flyover, 7.1km Borno Express Junction to Molai Express Way

Borno commences N24bn post Office Flyover, 7.1 km Borno Express Junction to Molai express way

By Madu Mohammed, Maiduguri

The Borno State Government has commenced nthe construction of N15.9 billion Post office Flyover and 7.1 km terminus Borno Express junction to Molai express way with a 6-span bridge.

Flaging-off the ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of a 7.1km Borno Express junction to Molai, Maiduguri on Tuesday, Governor Babagana Zulum said the projects was designed to address increasing vehicular traffic, aim to provide a seamless route for commuters and goods and significantly enhance access to key economic zones, schools and healthcare facilities.

With an estimated completion timeline of 8 and 10 months, the projects are expected to create hundreds of jobs for skilled and unskilled workers, further contributing to the state’s economic recovery and resilience efforts.

Zulum said, “In continuation of our urban renewal programme, this morning we are here to flag off the construction of 7.1 km dual carriageway from Borno express terminal to Molai and also the construction of an additional bridge downstream of the road.”.

“What we are doing is not only for beautification but also to accommodate the increasing population growth in Maiduguri. We must expand the city.”, he said.

The Governor also charged the contractors for all the projects to ensure strict compliance with quality specifications and timely completion..

“Ten months is 10 months, the total contract sum is 16bn and we have paid 50% of this amount. So, the contractor has no excuse for delaying the project. We have also kept aside the remaining 8bn to be paid when due,” Zulum added.

Speaking earlier, the Borno State commissioner for Works and Housing, Engr Mustapha Gubio, said that the 6-span bridge is meant to link the new road along the two sides of the Ngada-River.

The commissioner also acknowledged that the ministry will adequately monitor the projects and ensure diligent compliance with the contract specifications.

Governor Zulum also during the ceremony announced 5 key projects, including a new market, an orthopaedic hospital, another General Hospital, an international hotel, and a western bypass.

“We want to construct a befitting additional market, an orthopaedic hospital, another General Hospital, an international hotel, and a western bypass. These are some of the major projects I want to execute before my tenure expires. Most importantly, completing all the ongoing projects,” Zulum stated.

Zulum expressed concern over the acute water shortage faced in Maiduguri Metropolis and surrounding communities which he said was caused by the destruction spurred by the flood disaster of last September (2024).

The Governor, however, appealed to residents for calm while assuring them that the state government is committed to addressing the problem. He said, “Maiduguri water supply network was damaged by last year’s flood, and the city is faced with acute water shortage. We are working very hard to complete the repair work on time.

“I want to appeal to the people of the metropolis. The government is very aware of the situation and we are doing everything possible to address it., he added.