FCTA Awards N5bn Contract For Rehabilitation Of Abuja Light Rail

The federal capital territory administration (FCTA) has announced the award of a N5 billion contract for the rehabilitation of Abuja rail mass transit (ARMT) system.

Olusade Adesola, permanent secretary, FCTA, on Friday said that the aim was to restore the vital rail transportation infrastructure, which he described as the “life blood of Abuja.”

He said the project would be executed by China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation Ltd (CCECC) within 12 months.

According to him, the Abuja light rail will play a crucial role in easing transportation challenges and enhancing mobility for residents.

He explained that the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic necessitated the temporary shutdown of the rail system as part of measures to curb the spread of the virus.

Adesola added that during the period of inactivity, hoodlums vandalised essential equipment of the rail system which was a “serious setback”.

The permanent secretary said that contracts for the provision of security for the ARMT system have been awarded.

Adesola explained that the rehabilitation would involve the repair and replacement of damaged equipment, upgrading of facilities, and implementing modern security measures to protect against future threats.