Road Contract Accountability Intervention
Amendment to Motion on the Mararaba–Mubi–Michika–Bama Road Contract
A legislative intervention seeking investigation into why the rehabilitation of the Mararaba–Mubi–Michika–Bama road project had been abandoned.
Legislative Background
Background and purpose
During consideration of a Senate motion concerning the rehabilitation contract, Senator Abba Moro proposed that the Committee on Works should investigate why the project had been abandoned.
Legislative Impact
Public and institutional impact
The amendment strengthened the Senate's oversight response by shifting attention from merely determining the level of work to investigating the reasons for abandonment of the project.
Key Objectives
What the legislation seeks to achieve
Strengthen legislative oversight of an abandoned federal road project.
Require investigation into the reasons for project abandonment.
Promote accountability in the implementation of publicly funded infrastructure.
Expected beneficiaries
Communities served by the affected road corridor
Road users
Citizens concerned with accountability in public infrastructure delivery
Legislative Status
Current legislative position
Sponsored
Amendment proposed by Senator Abba Moro and adopted by the Senate.
Legislative Journey
Major legislative milestones
11 March 2020
Amendment Proposed
Senator Abba Moro proposed an amendment requiring the Senate Committee on Works to investigate why the project was abandoned.
11 March 2020
Senate Adopted Amendment
The proposed amendment was agreed to and became part of the Senate resolution on the matter.
Information & Verification Notice
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Official Source Record
Senate Votes and Proceedings — 11 March 2020
Official Senate Votes and Proceedings
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