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PDP Chieftain Warns Minister Against Uniform Approach to Road Construction

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A former Delta State governorship candidate, Chief Sunny Onuesoke, has cautioned the new Minister of Works, David Umahi, on the uniform application of concrete merge in the construction of Federal roads across Nigeria, citing the need to consider the diverse geographical and environmental terrains of the country. Onuesoke, a PDP Chieftain, argued that while concrete roads are durable, they are not suitable for all regions, particularly in areas with no water or different terrain. He pointed out that road construction designs should be tailored to the specific needs of each location, rather than adopting a one-size-fits-all approach.

Key Takeaways:

  • The PDP Chieftain, Chief Sunny Onuesoke, has warned the Minister of Works, David Umahi, against applying a uniform approach to road construction using concrete merge, citing the need to consider geographical and environmental terrains.
  • Onuesoke argued that concrete roads are not suitable for all regions, particularly in areas with no water or different terrain.
  • He emphasized the importance of tailoring road construction designs to the specific needs of each location.
  • Onuesoke recalled his previous warnings against stereotypical engineering design in road construction, attributed to past road failures in Nigeria.
  • He disputed some of the claims made by the Minister, pointing out that the cost of building cement technology roads is twice that of asphalt, and that concrete technology roads require up to 28 days to be usable.

Statistics:

  • Onuesoke stated that concrete roads are better off in water terrain areas. (Source: Onuesoke)
  • He pointed out that the cost of building cement technology roads is twice that of asphalt. (Source: Onuesoke)
  • Onuesoke emphasized that concrete technology roads require up to 28 days to be usable. (Source: Onuesoke)

Sources:

  • Vanguard Newspaper of June 21st, 2020 titled,"ROAD FAILURE: Stereotypical design to blame- Onuesoke." (Source: Onuesoke)
  • Onuesoke's statement recalling his previous warnings against stereotypical engineering design in road construction. (Source: Onuesoke)

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