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Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos Road and Bridges

The Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos Road and Bridges project is a major proposed transportation infrastructure intervention in Delta State, designed to establish a road connection between Warri and coastal communities around Escravos. The planned corridor covers approximately 70.76 kilometres, comprising a 66.54-kilometre main alignment and a 4.22-kilometre spur to Kokodiagbene. The project also includes 29 bridges intended to connect riverine and oil-producing communities. The project is being advanced through a partnership involving the Niger Delta Development Commission, Delta State Government and Chevron Nigeria Limited. When delivered, it is expected to improve access to coastal communities and support commercial and economic activities in the region.
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PROJECT OVERVIEW

The Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos Road and Bridges project is a major proposed transportation infrastructure intervention in Delta State, designed to establish a road connection between Warri and coastal communities around Escravos. The planned corridor covers approximately 70.76 kilometres, comprising a 66.54-kilometre main alignment and a 4.22-kilometre spur to Kokodiagbene. The project also includes 29 bridges intended to connect riverine and oil-producing communities. The project is being advanced through a partnership involving the Niger Delta Development Commission, Delta State Government and Chevron Nigeria Limited. When delivered, it is expected to improve access to coastal communities and support commercial and economic activities in the region.

Project Scope

APPROVED SCOPE

Development of the Omadino–Okerenkoko–Escravos Road and Bridges to improve road connectivity between Warri and coastal communities in Delta State.

DELIVERED SCOPE

Proposed partnership involving NDDC, Delta State Government and Chevron Nigeria Limited. Individual funding contributions

PROJECT DETAILS

MINISTRY

Federal Ministry of Regional Development.

IMPLEMENTING AGENCY

Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), in partnership with Delta State Government and Chevron Nigeria Limited.

CONTRACTOR

PROJECT TYPE

Road

LOCATION

STATE

LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA

COMMUNITY

Omadino Okerenkoko Kokodiagbene Escravos Other communities along the proposed route.

DELIVERY & PROGRESS

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IMPLEMENTATION STATUS

Ongoing

DELIVERED SCOPE

Proposed partnership involving NDDC, Delta State Government and Chevron Nigeria Limited. Individual funding contributions

LATEST PROGRESS

Not reported

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

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APPROVED AMOUNT

CONTRACT AMOUNT

AMOUNT DISBURSED

EVIDENCE & VERIFICATION

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PRIMARY SOURCE

Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).

SOURCE DATE

12/03/2026

SOURCE TYPE

Federal Government
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VERIFICATION

LAST VERIFIED

31/10/2026

VERIFICATION NOTES

NDDC reports a proposed corridor of approximately 70.76 kilometres, comprising 66.54 kilometres of main road and a 4.22-kilometre spur to Kokodiagbene, with 29 bridges. NDDC, Delta State Government and Chevron Nigeria Limited are the principal partners. In March 2026, stakeholders were discussing design validation, cost assessment, technical studies and funding arrangements. Physical construction progress, contractor, final contract sum and amount disbursed are NIL. The 70.76 kilometres is planned scope, not completed road length.

PROJECT TIMELINE & UPDATES

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20 November 2024 NDDC reported partnership discussions with Chevron. 12 March 2026 NDDC, Delta State Government and Chevron held discussions on project implementation. March 2026 Stakeholders discussed a joint technical committee to review design, costs and partner contributions. April 2026 Delta State Government reaffirmed its commitment to the partnership.

LATEST UPDATES

12 March 2026: NDDC, Delta State Government and Chevron discussed collaboration on the proposed road and bridge project. March 2026: Stakeholders discussed design validation, cost assessment, technical studies and funding contributions. April 2026: Delta State Government reaffirmed its commitment to the project partnership.

PUBLIC RECORD

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CORRECTIONS & CLARIFICATIONS

No corrections recorded.

CITIZEN REPORTS

No citizen reports recorded.