Enugu govt upgrades materials testing laboratory to strengthen infrastructure quality

Enugu State Government has upgraded the Materials Testing Laboratory of the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure as part of efforts to strengthening quality control and ensuring compliance with engineering standards across infrastructure projects in the state.

According to the statement made available to Newsmen on Thursday, September 3,2026, in Enugu, by the public relations officer of the ministry, Ngozi Ngene, the Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Ben Osy Okoh, inspected the upgraded laboratory and newly installed modern testing equipment ahead of the commissioning of the facility. He was accompanied by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Anyaora Okereke.

Speaking during the inspection recently, the Commissioner said the upgraded facility would significantly enhance the Ministry’s capacity to test construction materials and independently verify their compliance with approved specifications and engineering standards.

He stressed that while the State Government continues to deliver infrastructure at significant scale, equal attention is being given to the quality and durability of the projects.

“Quality remains non-negotiable. With this facility, we are better equipped to independently verify the materials used on our projects and ensure that the infrastructure we deliver meets the required standards and stands the test of time,” the Commissioner said.

According to him, the laboratory will further strengthen project supervision and provide timely technical information necessary for effective quality control across project sites.

Okoh said the investment reflects the commitment of the administration of Governor Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah to strengthening the institutions responsible for infrastructure delivery and equipping them with the tools required to effectively discharge their responsibilities.

The upgraded Materials Testing Laboratory will support the State Government’s ongoing infrastructure development programme by providing reliable testing of construction materials and helping to ensure that public infrastructure across Enugu State is delivered to the required standards

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