Tinubu assures new roads to last 50 to 100 years

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has announced that all new federal road projects are being engineered to last between 50 and 100 years. Speaking at an engineering assembly, the administration emphasized a shift toward preventive, data-driven infrastructure management to reduce failures and improve national development.
Why it matters
This policy shift addresses long-standing issues with infrastructure quality in Nigeria, aiming to improve economic efficiency and public safety through better engineering standards.
President Bola Tinubu has assured that all ongoing federal road projects are designed to last between 50 and 100 years.
The article reports on government policy announcements and official statements, though it focuses on the administration's stated goals.
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