In the realm of infrastructure and public works, transparency and integrity play crucial roles in fostering public trust in government actions. Recently, Minister of Works, David Umahi, established a committee to ensure transparency in all ongoing projects.
This initiative aligns with the administration of President Bola Tinubu, emphasizing transparency as a core value. The committee’s mandate includes reaching out to affected property owners, evaluating potential compensation, and conducting on-site visits where necessary.
Minister Umahi underscored that his department would adhere to federal government rates for compensation. He acknowledged the challenge of fully satisfying compensation recipients but affirmed the government’s commitment to following regulations and utilizing federal rates for payments.
Moreover, the ministry pledges to verify beneficiaries, determine compensation amounts, and assess the impact on properties. Once these assessments are complete, the affected owners will sign agreements for payments facilitated by the project contractor.
To ensure the legality of processes, the minister specified that only owners with recognized property titles are eligible for compensation claims. A 72-hour deadline is set for file processing and compensation disbursement.
While this process is stringent, its aim is to ensure fair compensation for impacted property owners. The ministry is dedicated to promptly handling files to minimize delays in the compensation process.
This approach reflects a commitment to transparency, adherence to government regulations, and the fair and swift treatment of affected citizens. Minister Umahi’s actions demonstrate a dedication to executing infrastructure projects while prioritizing equitable treatment for impacted property owners.
For further reading:
– [Fatshimetrie – A Crucial Dialogue Between Felix Tshisekedi and Volker Turk](https://eng.fatshimetrie.org/2024/04/19/fatshimetrie-a-crucial-dialogue-between-felix-tshisekedi-and-volker-turk/)
– [FG Sets Up Committee to Compensate Landowners Affected by Lagos-Calabar Road](https://www.pulse.ng/news/local/fg-sets-up-committee-to-compensate-landowners-affected-by-lagos-calabar-road/rxhrg3q)