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Edo State Government Terminates 10 Road Contracts

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
By Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Published: March 21, 2025
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The Edo State Executive Council has approved the payment of funds to 10 contractors engaged by the previous administration to ensure the continuation and timely completion of ongoing projects across the state. Additionally, the council terminated 10 road contracts to maintain uniform standards, avoid overlaps, and re-scope the projects for faster execution.

The State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Mr. Paul Ohonbamu, disclosed this during a press briefing after the weekly executive council meeting chaired by Governor Monday Okpebholo.

Ohonbamu explained that the government decided to pay the 10 contractors for work already completed to prevent delays in project execution. “The government has agreed to pay these contractors to the extent of their work to ensure there are no delays. This is to defray the cost of the work done and any other accrued payments. The termination of contracts is not punitive but aimed at reassessing the scope of work for timely completion,” he said.

He emphasized that the governor’s decision reflects fairness, due process, and a commitment to rewarding performance.

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The council also ratified major contracts previously awarded by the State Tenders Board, which had undergone the State Procurement Law and received certification. Additionally, approval was granted for the renovation of public schools and the reconstruction of roads in Ovia North-East, Esan North-East, and Oredo local government areas.

Ohonbamu further revealed that the council approved the purchase of vehicles for the Edo State Oil and Gas Development Commission, including four Hilux vans and four Prado Jeeps.

Regarding the termination of the 10 road contracts, Ohonbamu stated that the move was necessary to ensure uniformity in standards, eliminate overlaps, and re-scope the projects for timely completion. “The council will assess the extent of work done by the affected contractors to determine appropriate payments,” he added.

The executive council also approved the renovation of dilapidated public schools as part of the government’s efforts to provide a better learning environment. The state government inherited many public schools in poor condition and has prioritized creating a conducive atmosphere for students.

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Furthermore, the council approved variations for some ongoing contracts to align with prevailing conditions and ensure projects meet required standards without unnecessary delays or wastage of government resources.

Ohonbamu concluded by highlighting the governor’s achievements in laying a solid foundation for sustainable infrastructure and human capital development within just four months in office.

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