Buguma-Degema-Abonnema road: Julius Berger recommits to enduring quality infrastructure delivery

Julius Berger Nigeria Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering infrastructure of enduring quality following the commissioning of the reconstructed Buguma-Abalama-Tema-Degema-Abonnema Road in Rivers state.

The landmark road project, which traverses the Asari-Toru, Degema and Akuku-Toru local government areas, was formally commissioned on Monday amid jubilant celebrations by residents, traditional rulers, community leaders, government officials and other stakeholders, who turned out in large numbers to witness the historic event.

A press statement by the media unit of the engineering construction company, Tuesday, said the atmosphere was reminiscent of a carnival as cultural groups dressed in colourful attire entertained guests with traditional music and dance performances.

The commissioning was performed by the Amanyanabo and paramount ruler of Abonnema, His Royal Majesty King Dr. Disreal Gbobo Bob-Manuel II, marking the official opening of the vital transport link that is expected to significantly improve mobility, trade and access to economic opportunities across the region.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Director, Administration of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, Dr. Abdulazziz Kaita, described the project as another demonstration of the company’s unwavering commitment to infrastructure development and engineering excellence.

“This project represents a significant contribution to the Rivers State Government’s infrastructure development agenda and will greatly enhance accessibility and connectivity among communities within the three local government areas,” Kaita said.

Governor Siminalayi Fubara, who attended the commissioning, commended Julius Berger for executing the project to the required standards and expressed appreciation to the host communities for their cooperation throughout the construction period.

Earlier, the Commissioner for Works, Engr. Prof. Temple Nwofor, explained that the project was conceived to address critical infrastructure needs, improve traffic flow, strengthen connectivity and stimulate socio-economic activities across the benefiting communities.

Providing details of the project, Nwofor disclosed that it involved the construction and rehabilitation of approximately 19.79 kilometres of roadway, complete with drainage infrastructure, culverts, street lighting, walkways and other ancillary works, as well as the rehabilitation of seven existing bridges.