By Peter.
Delta State is going all-in on rural and riverine connectivity. Works Commissioner (Rural & Riverine Roads) Charles Aniagwu dropped the bombshell during the ministry’s 2026 budget defence:
→ N3 billion earmarked for road projects in each of the 25 LGAs = N75 billion total → N15 billion standby fund for each of the three senatorial districts (Delta North, Central, South) = another N45 billion buffer for urgent or overflow projects
That’s N120 billion worth of road firepower ready to roll in 2026.
Why This Is Massive
- For the first time, every single LGA gets a guaranteed N3 billion — no more “my area was forgotten” complaints.
- The extra N15 billion per senatorial district acts as a war chest for flagship projects that spill beyond one LGA.
- Focus remains on rural and riverine roads — the ones that connect farmers to markets, students to schools, and patients to hospitals.
2025 Scorecard: 80% Delivery
Out of N125 billion approved capital budget: → N101.2 billion released → 80% performance — projects paid, completed, or substantially advanced
Commissioner Aniagwu:
“We are not just awarding contracts; we are finishing them and paying contractors promptly. This is inclusive development on steroids.”
Lawmakers React
House Committee on Works Chairman Oboro Preyor didn’t hold back the praise:
“The Ministry of Works has made Delta proud. Every kobo spent now shows on ground — value for money is real.”
He however nudged them: “Next time, give us project-by-project specifics in the budget. We love the money, but we want to see exact roads, lengths, and communities.”
From trans-Ethiope expressways to wooden bridges in riverine Ndokwa and Burutu, Delta is about to get the biggest rural road facelift in its history.
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s “MORE Agenda” just shifted into top gear.
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