By Moses M. Tokpah/MARGIBI
The Ministry of Public Works has made an ambitious commitment to eliminate potholes from the Liberian capital city, Monrovia, by December 2025.
This assertion was made by Deputy Minister for Administration, A. Samuka Dunnoh, when he recently addressed the Kakaka Intellectual Forum (KAIF), where he discussed the Ministry’s ongoing projects in alignment with the Unity Party’s agenda.
In his remarks, Dunnoh expressed confidence in the government’s ability to deliver on this promise, stating, “In Monrovia City Center, we’re going to make sure before we reach December this year, there will not be potholes in Monrovia.”
He highlighted that the first contract for road patching had been signed just days prior, indicating that work is already underway.
The Deputy Minister outlined a comprehensive plan for road rehabilitation starting from Paynesville, extending to key streets such as Nepo Street and Benson Street, as well as the Gabriel Tucker to Freeport Road.
He announced that funding from Japan is anticipated to arrive in September, which will facilitate the commencement of these crucial roadworks.
Dunnoh emphasized that the government is actively engaging in multiple road projects across the country, with a total of approximately 445.5 kilometers of roads under the administration of the Unity Party (UP).
He mentioned that Margibi County is currently benefiting from 65.7 kilometers of road improvements as part of the ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development (AAID), spearheaded by President Joseph Boakai.
One significant change in the government’s approach is the shift from asphalt to rigid or cement pavement, which Dunnoh claims will provide longer-lasting results compared to the previous administration’s promises.
He assured residents of Kakaka City that the pervasive dust in the area would soon be a thing of the past, thanks to ongoing road work covering 8.7 kilometers that will improve connectivity to various neighborhoods.
Further elaborating on the government’s infrastructure plans, Dunnoh reported that the procurement process for a 40-kilometer road project from Tarpeta in Nimba County to Toe’s Town in Grand Gedeh is nearing completion and has been submitted to the World Bank for approval.
He mentioned plans for an 85-kilometer road from Toe’s Town to Zwedru along the Ivory Coast border, with construction expected to commence in November 2025.
Other key projects include a 48.5-kilometer road from Zwedru to John David Town and a 61.5-kilometer stretch from John David Town to Putubo and Kiloken, both of which are in the negotiation phase for contractor selection.
Dunnoh also addressed the lifting of debarment on the contractor for the Kilebo to Fish Town Road, indicating progress on this 20-kilometer stretch.
“As roadwork progresses, the Ministry of Public Works remains focused on delivering a reliable transportation network for all Liberians” he added.
