OUR ROAD PROJECTS SPREAD ACROSS 17 LGA'S OF PLATEAU STATE-SHURKUK

By Onjefu Odaudu, Jos, Nigeria 
The Plateau State Commissioner of  Works, Dr. Cletus Shurkuk has disclosed that  Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, Esq has a three prong approach to road infrastructure in the the state which are short term, intermediate and long term. 

Shurkuk made the remarks on Thursday, October 8, 2026,  while addressing journalists after the Ministry of Works defended its proposed 2027 budget before a special committee at the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, J.D. Gomwalk Secretariat, Jos.

 He said  Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang believes that the impact of government should be demonstrated through projects that improve people’s lives, rather than through constant media statements. “His Excellency is a person that actually wants people to see the work, not to be doing the media talking,” Shurkuk said.

He explained that the administration’s road programme covers different parts of Plateau State, adding that he had personally visited almost all the 17 local government areas and observed ongoing road construction activities in several locations.

Shurkuk also explained that the administration was pursuing a two-pronged approach: completing inherited projects left unfinished by previous governments while initiating new projects in response to current development needs.

He cited the Utonkon Bridge and some roads within Jos metropolis as examples of inherited projects that had been completed under the present administration.

On rural infrastructure, the commissioner said the government was also giving attention to roads outside major urban centres, noting that improved connectivity was essential for economic activities, access to services and the movement of people and goods.

He said the ministry’s proposed capital expenditure included 151 new motorable road projects, comprising government-initiated projects and requests citizens’ budget.

On the proposed 2027 budget, Shurkuk said the emphasis would remain on continuity, completing ongoing projects, strengthening supervision and ensuring that contractors delivered work in accordance with approved standards.

He acknowledged that some projects require time to reach completion, explaining that the ministry must monitor construction quality and ensure contractors meet their obligations rather than focus solely on time of completion. 

While the administration’s infrastructure programme remains a subject of public debate, Shurkuk maintained that the government’s position was to showcase progress on ground and not showmanship. 

In a related development the Commissioner later  
 inspected the ongoing 29.64km Rantya Road Network, emphasising proper drainage, adherence to specifications, quality workmanship, and timely completion.

The network comprises seven roads serving Rantya and neighbouring communities. 
The road network comprises the following projects:
- Rantya Road Network – 10km
- Kangang Road – 2.415km
- Fajir Road linking Federal Low-Cost – 2.965km
- Rwangje Dong Road – 5km
- St. Rita's Catholic Church Road – 1.01km
- Rangarasang Road – 3.85km
- Dong Road – 4.4km

Total: 29.64km of road infrastructure. 

Dr. Shurkuk urged traditional leaders to be partners in this progress and collaborate with government to ensure that the good intention of government in the community is not thwarted, while charging the contractor to maintain effective communication with residents.

Accompanied by Permanent Secretary Mr. John Danjuma Damankep and Director of Civil Engineering, Engr. Meshak Y. Dakup, the Commissioner engaged contractors to address challenges and ensure delivery without compromising quality.

He reaffirmed the government's commitment to durable roads that improve connectivity and ease transportation.

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