Multimillion road contract

The people of Bogia and surrounding communities in Madang Province area are set to benefit from improved road access, following the signing of a multi – million kina contract, today.

Governor General Sir Bob Dadae executed the 77million kina road contract between the Department of Works and Highways and Contractor Dekenai Construction Limited.

The signing was witnessed by Madang Governor Ramsey Pariwa and Bogia MP Robert Naguri.

The multi- million-kina contract covers the upgrading and sealing of 20 kilometers of the Madang coastal road from Nimbia to Bunapas.

Project is being funded under the government’s signature Connect PNG programe, specifically for the Momase Corridor.

Department of Works Secretary Gibson Holemba thanked the government for its continued funding of the program, saying improved road connectivity is vital for service delivery and economic development.

Madang Governor Pariwa said the road upgrade will open up economic opportunities for locals and neighboring East Sepik Province.

ICT Minister and Local MP Robert Naguri says he is proud that the long – awaited road upgrade and sealing would finally take place.

The 20 year Connect PNG initiative, is aimed at connecting key economic corridors including the Momase corridor linking Morobe, Madang, East Sepik and West Sepik.