The Kogi State Commissioner for Works, Barrister Salami Deedat, has charged Still Earth Construction Company, to accelerate work on the 16.4km Otokiti–Ganaja Dual Carriage Zone 8 Bypass Road to ensure its timely completion.

Deedat gave the charge on Tuesday, November 4, 2026, during an inspection of the project.
He commended the contractor for the progress recorded so far, but urged the company to sustain the momentum, adhere strictly to approved specifications, and comply with the stipulated timeframe and project regulations.
He said the road, upon completion, would improve connectivity and boost economic activities in the state.

The Commissioner commended Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, for his commitment to infrastructure development and for positioning Kogi State as a hub of growth.
He also appreciated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for his development vision and for making resources available for infrastructural development in Kogi State.
Deedat reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to effective supervision and quality infrastructure delivery for the benefit of Kogites.

