By Edwin N. Khakie
GBARNGA, Bong County, August 14, 2026 — WINWA Construction Company has dismissed reports that work on the Foequelleh Bridge in Bong County’s Electoral District #4 has stalled, saying construction remains ongoing and could be completed within the next two weeks.
The company’s Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Sonnie Nova Mila Yallah, made the clarification Wednesday during an interview with Super Bongese Radio amid concerns over delays in completing the project.
Yallah acknowledged that the project has experienced delays but maintained that work has not stopped. She said additional construction materials are expected to arrive at the project site Friday to facilitate completion of the remaining work.
“We want the people to understand that the project has not stalled. We are working to complete it,” Yallah said.
According to her, the Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Public Works, awarded WINWA Construction Company a 24-month contract for the bridge project, and the contractual period has not yet expired.
She said the Ministry of Public Works is responsible for monitoring implementation and ensuring that construction meets required specifications and standards.
Yallah argued that the Ministry has the authority to halt work or terminate the contract if the company fails to meet its contractual obligations, but said no such action has been taken against WINWA.
She urged residents to avoid politicizing the project and allow the company to complete the remaining work.
The Foequelleh Bridge is expected to improve transportation and connectivity between communities in Panta and Zota districts in Electoral District #4 when completed.
The project is considered an important road link for residents who depend on the route for the movement of people, agricultural produce and other goods.
Editor’s Note: Photographs accompanying this story do not depict the current condition of the Foequelleh Bridge project.
