Overview
History of the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure
The Ministry of Works and Infrastructure of Bayelsa State is a statutory governmental entity responsible for the planning, construction, and maintenance of engineering works and infrastructure within the state. Established in 1996, coinciding with the creation of Bayelsa State from the old Rivers State, the ministry has evolved through various organizational transformations. Initially known as the Ministry of Works and Transportation, it adopted its current nomenclature Ministry of Works and Infrastructure in 2012, while consistently adhering to its core mandates and responsibilities.
Where we started
This was our humble beginnings at the boatyard in downtown Yenagoa in 1996, now home to the Ministry of Transportation. Despite the harsh conditions, our dedicated team, inherited from the old Rivers State, delivered on our mission to spearhead the massive infrastructure development of the newly established Bayelsa State.
In 1997, recognizing the urgent need for a central secretariat to house all government ministries and agencies, we embarked on a pivotal project. By 2002, we proudly completed the one-story secretariat at Ovom-Yenagoa, nestled around the government house neighborhood. This edifice stands as one of our legacy projects in Bayelsa State. The Ministry of Works, along with other ministries and agencies, relocated to this new complex, enabling them to operate with greater comfort and efficiency.
Functions of the Ministry
- Development and Construction: Spearheading the development and construction of physical infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and public buildings.
- Design and Supervision: Leading the design and supervision of infrastructural projects to ensure adherence to technical specifications and quality standards.
- Project Evaluation:Conducting rigorous identification and evaluation of potential projects to determine feasibility, sustainability, and impact.
- Direct Construction: Utilizing direct labor for the construction of critical public infrastructure to optimize resource allocation and efficiency.
- Maintenance and Rehabilitation: Implementing comprehensive maintenance and rehabilitation programs for public buildings and infrastructure to ensure longevity and functionality.
- Preparation of Bills: Crafting detailed bills of quantities and bills of engineering measurement and evaluation (BEME) to facilitate accurate project costing and resource management.
Vision
To be the foremost ministry driving the enhancement and sustainability of infrastructure in Bayelsa State.
Mission
To lead the initiation, design, supervision, execution, and maintenance of social and investment infrastructure, ensuring the highest quality standards in Bayelsa State.
Core Values
- Accountability: Committing to thorough accountability in project conceptualization, design, supervision, and implementation processes, and accepting full responsibility for all actions and inactions.
- Transparency: Ensuring transparency in the execution of all contracts and projects, providing public access to pertinent information.
- Quality: Upholding superior quality standards in the design, supervision, and execution of all governmental projects.
- Honesty: Maintaining truthfulness, accuracy, and discretion in all communications and activities.
- Integrity: Demonstrating consistency, firmness, and courage in aligning actions with stated objectives and commitments.
- Fairness: Promoting reasonableness, open-mindedness, impartiality, sincerity, and tolerance in all interactions and decisions, irrespective of status or inclinations.
- Excellence: Exhibiting consistent diligence, perseverance, and strong work ethics, while fostering continuous learning, mentoring, and flexibility.
- Reliability: Ensuring deep commitment and follow-through on all commitments, while being prompt and responsive in business dealings.
