Indigenous contractor Evomec Global Services Limited (EGSL) has achieved 73 per cent completion of the Bonny Road Expansion (BRE) Project for the Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited (NLNG), advancing ahead of schedule in a major infrastructure assignment that highlights the growing role of Nigerian companies in delivering critical projects.
The latest update, provided to Kristina Reports on Monday, October 19, 2026, by BRE Project Manager Oboho Asanwana, indicates substantial progress on the main township road corridor, drainage infrastructure and the spur leading towards the King’s Palace.
The project, being executed for Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG), highlights the contribution of Nigerian companies to critical infrastructure delivery in Bonny, with progress in construction, project management and occupational safety.
Construction Progress
The project covers approximately 2.75 kilometres of the main Shell Gate–Coal Beach corridor, alongside a 500-metre spur towards the King’s Palace. The original carriageway, approximately six metres wide, was planned for expansion into a 12-metre-wide, two-lane road.
According to EGSL, the Shell Gate–Coal Beach corridor is nearing completion, while utility relocation around the roundabout has reached 100 per cent. Drainage works along Road 1 have progressed beyond 67 per cent, with construction continuing at the Coal Beach, Berger and Amaomu roundabouts.
The Road 2 spur has recorded 94 per cent completion in both pavement and drainage works, placing these components close to delivery.
The engineering scope includes ground preparation, earthworks, sand-cement stabilisation, reinforced-concrete pavement, drainage channels, culverts and kerbs, alongside other supporting facilities specified in the design.
While the reported figures indicate substantial progress, final inspections and quality assurance will be essential to confirming that the completed infrastructure meets approved engineering specifications and applicable safety requirements.
Safety and Stakeholder Engagement
EGSL reports more than 687,000 man-hours without a lost-time injury (LTI), a notable occupational safety indicator for a construction project involving heavy equipment, concrete works and active road corridors.
Project Manager Asanwana also attributed part of the progress to stakeholder engagement, which he said helped sustain construction activities despite interruptions associated with cultural events, particularly around the spur section.
EGSL’s Chief Executive Officer, High Chief Peter Esievo, acknowledged the support and cooperation of Bonny Kingdom and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to completing the project on schedule and to the required quality standards.
Nigerian Content and Local Value
The project provides a practical example of Nigerian participation in major infrastructure delivery. Beyond local ownership, the wider value of such contracts lies in opportunities for technical employment, local procurement, subcontracting, skills development and the retention of expertise within the domestic economy.
Further information on workforce composition, local sourcing and technology transfer would help establish the full extent of the project’s Nigerian content contribution.
For EGSL, the reported progress ahead of schedule offers a positive performance indicator. Its ultimate standing, however, will depend on completing the works within the agreed timeframe and satisfying the applicable engineering, quality and safety requirements.
Expected Benefits For Bonny
The expanded road is expected to improve traffic movement, strengthen access to residential and commercial locations and facilitate the movement of people, goods and services.
Improved pavement and functioning drainage could also reduce water-related road deterioration and enhance usability during heavy rainfall. These benefits will depend on successful completion, effective maintenance and the long-term performance of the infrastructure.
The township expansion is distinct from the Bodo–Bonny Road and the Bonny Ring Road and Bridges project, which have separate scopes and implementation arrangements.
The Delivery Test
With overall completion reported at 73 per cent, attention now turns to finishing outstanding road, drainage and roundabout works, followed by the necessary inspections and handover procedures.
The project’s progress highlights the role Nigerian contractors can play in delivering infrastructure for major industrial clients. The decisive measure of success will be whether EGSL translates its reported performance into a completed, durable and safe road network that serves Bonny’s residents and businesses.
For Bonny, the expectation is improved mobility and commercial access. For Nigeria, the project offers an opportunity to demonstrate how local expertise, effective project management and adherence to engineering standards can translate into lasting infrastructure value.
