The Nembe – Brass Road, a 42- kilometer coastal Road of which the second phase was recently awarded by President Bola TINUBU
the road seeks to link communities in Nembe and Brass Local Government Areas to the state capital by road, while also tapping into the blue economy potential of the Atlantic Ocean.
Speaking When Feild supervisors/Influencers together with media personalities and youth leaders visited the site, A youth leader Mr Chris Debunsha commended the Federal Government for awarding the project to AIL Infrastructure Limited, an indigenous company, describing the execution so far as impressive, especially given the difficult mangrove swamp terrain of the Niger Delta.
The Team was received at the site by the Project Director, Engr. Leonard Obibi; Project Manager/Site Agent, Engr. Eyo Thomas, Operations Manager, Mr Clement Abulu, and the Chairman of the Okpoama Community Development Committee (CDC), Chief Dautibi Paul Okolai-Eric.
Speaking to journalists, Debunsha praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving Phase II of the project, noting that the road’s extension to the Atlantic coastline would unlock vast economic opportunities.
“I commend Mr President for awarding Phase II of the Nembe–Brass Road, which will berth at the Atlantic Ocean and ultimately unlock the potential of the blue economy while boosting tourism,” he said.
“The people of Bayelsa State, particularly the youths, are excited about this project. We will continue to support both the Federal and State Governments to ensure the successful completion without obstruction.”
He further applauded the decision to engage an indigenous contractor, AIL Infrastructure Limited, stating that the quality of work delivered so far deserves commendation and future consideration for similar projects.
Representing the Federal Controller of Works, Engr. Solomon Odang explained that the Nembe–Brass Road spans approximately 42 kilometres, noting that the Bayelsa State Government is progressively handling about 20 kilometres of asphalt work ongoing.
“The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Works, is responsible for constructing the section from kilometre 20 to kilometre 42, which terminates in Brass,” he said.
“The project was awarded by the President in February last year. There are nine bridges and several culverts along this stretch. While the contractor’s effort so far is commendable, we have advised an increase in manpower and equipment to ensure timely delivery and continue with the standard.”
Also speaking, the Project Manager/Site Agent, Engr. Eyo Thomas disclosed that major preparatory works, including clearing, dredging, and sand-filling, are in top gear, adding that construction in swampy terrain typically requires three to four times more resources and time.
The Okpoama CDC Chairman, Chief Dautibi Paul Okolai-Eric, expressed gratitude on behalf of the host community and local government, describing the project as the realisation of a dream that had lingered for over 60 years.
“We appreciate both the Federal and State Governments for ensuring that this road finally sees the light of day,” he said. “The contractor, has worked peacefully with the community, carried us along, and ensured compliance with specifications and timelines.”
In his remarks, Project Director, Engr. Leonard Obibi, thanked the Federal Government, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, for reviving the long-awaited project. He emphasised that the road would connect several riverine communities, previously accessible only by waterways, to Nigeria’s national road network.
He also commended the Bayelsa State Government and host communities for their cooperation, assuring that AIL Infrastructure Limited, the company executing the project, remains committed to delivering a durable, high-quality road that will provide lasting benefits to all stakeholders.
