Nigeria’s Federal Executive Council, (FEC) is giving its approval for an upgrade of the road running from Akwanga to Gombe. The 421km section of the A3 runs between Akwanga, Jos, Bauchi and Gombe and provides an important link between the centre of the country and Nigeria’s north east. A budget of US$973.6 million has been set for the work, which is expected to take four years to complete. The work involves widening the existing two lane highway into a dual carriageway with two lanes in either direction, boosting capacity and safety on the route. The stretch between Jos and Akwanga is notable for its change in altitude, with the route featuring a number of sharp curves that have been the scene for serious crashes. The upgrade work is expected to improve this section and reduce the incidence of collisions.
Earlier this year the FEC approved the budget for the stretch of the A3 connecting the Ninth Mile Enugu in Enugu State with Makurdi in Benue State. And the FEC has also approved the budget for the construction of a 12km road section across Anambra State and Delta State to connect with the Second Niger Bridge.
