By Abba -Eku Onyeka, Abuja
In a historic appearance, Dr. Peer Lubasch, the Managing Director of Julius Berger Nigeria PLC, stood before the Senate Committee on Works, NASS, on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Lubasch, who was accompanied by top executives of Julius Berger, including Dr. Abdulaziz lsa Kaita, Director Administration, and Mrs. Adenike Obisan, Head of Legal Department, began by introducing himself formally.
The Senate Committee on Works, chaired by Senator Barnada Mpigi, had issued a warrant for Lubasch’s appearance to address concerns over the utilization of funds for the reconstruction of the Calabar-Odukpani-Itu highway ¹. Lubasch’s address marked a significant moment in the committee’s investigation into the project.
Lubasch expressed his gratitude to the Senate and the committee for the opportunity to discuss matters of mutual importance to Nigeria and Julius Berger. He acknowledged the significance of the occasion, stating that it was both an honor and a privilege to appear before the committee.
As the new Managing Director of Julius Berger Nigeria PLC, Lubasch brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served as the Chief Executive Director of Julius Berger International ². His appointment marks a new chapter for the company, and his address to the Senate Committee on Works underscores his commitment to transparency and cooperation.
The outcome of Lubasch’s appearance and the committee’s investigation remains to be seen. However, one thing is clear: the partnership between Julius Berger and the Nigerian government is crucial to the country’s infrastructure development, and Lubasch’s address marks an important step towards strengthening this partnership.
