By Admin
The Cross River State Government has terminated the contract awarded to Sydney Construction Company for the construction of the Obanliku–Obudu–Abucheche–Mfom–Okpoma Road, citing poor performance and failure to meet contractual obligations.
The Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Hon. Pius Edet, announced the decision following a comprehensive inspection of the project carried out by a team of engineers from the ministry.
According to the commissioner, the assessment revealed that the contractor had made unsatisfactory progress and failed to execute the project in accordance with the approved specifications, quality standards, and the terms of the contract.
Edet said the government’s decision to revoke the contract was in line with its commitment to ensuring quality infrastructure delivery and safeguarding public resources.
“The contractor failed to meet the expected standards and contractual obligations. Consequently, the government has terminated the contract in the interest of the people of Cross River State,” he said.
He added that the road project would be reassessed before a new contractor with the technical capacity and competence to deliver the project to specification is engaged.
The commissioner reaffirmed the state’s commitment to providing durable infrastructure that meets acceptable engineering standards, stressing that the administration would not compromise on quality or accountability in the execution of public projects.
The Obanliku–Obudu–Abucheche–Mfom–Okpoma Road is considered a strategic route expected to improve connectivity, facilitate economic activities, and enhance access to communities in the affected areas upon completion.
