On Time and On Budget: The Beji–Jangara–Wushishi Road
Section III of the Beji–Jangara–Wushishi Road was completed within its 36-month contract period and at its original contract price. For a 76.2 km design-and-build trunk road, both are notable results.
Key facts
- Contract No.: MOW/CDB-GB/SIII-22
- Original price: ₦33,298,345,042
- Final value (incl. variations): ₦33,298,345,042
- Commencement: 7 February 2022
- Taking-over: 6 February 2025, within the 36-month period
- Defects notification period: 12 months
The contract at a glance
The Certificate of Completion sets out the key contract particulars:
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Contract No. | MOW/CDB-GB/SIII-22 |
| Original contract price | ₦33,298,345,042 |
| Final contract value (incl. variations) | ₦33,298,345,042 |
| Date of commencement | 7 February 2022 |
| Completion date (taking-over) | 6 February 2025 |
| Defects notification period | 12 months |
| Contractor's role | Sole contractor |
On time
The Letter of Award set a contract duration of 36 months from the commencement date. Work began on 7 February 2022, and the road was taken over on 6 February 2025, within that period – one day before the third anniversary of the start date.
The Ministry of Works and Infrastructural Development then issued the Certificate of Completion on 8 May 2025, about three months after taking-over.
On budget
The final contract value, including variations, matched the original contract price of ₦33,298,345,042. No cost increase was recorded through variations over the life of the project.
Spread over 76.2 km, the contract price averages about ₦437 million per kilometre. That is a simple average only, because the price also covers design, drainage, bridges, culverts, ducts and safety works as well as the pavement.
Delivering a large road at its original price depends on sound design, careful planning and close control of quantities on site. As the designer and sole contractor, ICCO carried responsibility for all three.
After handover
A 12-month defects notification period follows taking-over. During this time, the contractor remains responsible for putting right any defects that appear in the works.
The Niger State Ministry of Works stated that the works were executed to its satisfaction. It rated quality, safety, environmental and social performance as Very Good, with no outstanding claims, disputes or litigation between the parties.
More on the Beji–Jangara–Wushishi Road
This article is part of a five-part series on the project:
- ICCO Completes 76.2 km Section III of Beji–Jangara–Wushishi Road – the scope, timeline and completion of Section III.
- Building a Bituminous Trunk Road Across 76.2 km of Niger State – the earthworks and six-layer pavement.
- Ten Bridges and 100 Culverts on the Beji–Jangara–Wushishi Road – the ten bridges, 100 culverts and drainage.
- Road Safety and Service Ducts on Beji–Jangara–Wushishi Road – the road safety installations and HDPE service ducts.
Frequently asked questions
Was the Beji–Jangara–Wushishi Section III road finished on time?
Yes. The contract duration was 36 months from the commencement date of 7 February 2022. The road was taken over on 6 February 2025, within that period.
Did the final cost differ from the original contract price?
No. The final contract value, including variations, was ₦33,298,345,042, the same as the original contract price.
What is the defects notification period?
It is 12 months after taking-over. During this time the contractor remains responsible for putting right any defects that appear in the works.
How did the Ministry rate the project?
The Ministry rated quality, safety, environmental and social performance as Very Good, and confirmed there are no outstanding claims, disputes or litigation between the parties.
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