Ayuba Sanusi
THE administration of Comrade (Dr) Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has prioritised the execution of capital projects to ensure the rapid growth and transformation of Kebbi State.
These projects are designed to create a multiplier effect across various sectors of the state’s economy, driving development in key areas such as agriculture, healthcare, and education.
Highlighting the administration’s achievements, Governor Nasir Idris has, within one-and-a-half years, delivered significant infrastructural development and initiated numerous impactful projects.
Speaking at a press briefing in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday, the Commissioner for Works, Engr. Abdullahi Umar Muslim disclosed that the state spent over Seventy-Nine Billion Naira (N79,000,000,000.00) on capital projects in 2024 alone.
Among the key projects completed are the state ultra-modern secretariat complex in Gwadangaji, which cost over Ten Billion Naira (N10,000,000,000.00), and the dualisation of the Birnin Kebbi-Ambursa Road, valued at N5.6 billion. Other notable achievements include the construction and rehabilitation of Birnin Kebbi City Centre roads (N12.9 billion), the rehabilitation of Yauri township roads (N5 billion), and the construction of the Birnin Kebbi Ultra-Modern Motor Park (N2.9 billion).
Additional projects include the dualisation of the Argungu Old Bye-Pass Road (N6.8 billion), the renovation of Argungu General Hospital (N469.5 million), and the construction of a fuel dump at Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport (N300.6 million).
The state also undertook the renovation, furnishing, and expansion of the state pilgrims welfare agency, costing N708.8 million, and the construction of a box culvert and retaining wall along the Birnin Kebbi-Makera Road, which required N395 million. Furthermore, N296 million was spent on bridge repairs along the Bunza-Dakingari Road, while N4.2 billion was allocated for the rehabilitation, remodelling, and furnishing of the Government House.
Engr. Muslim noted that various health facilities, classrooms, and mosques were also renovated and constructed across Kebbi State, further underlining the administration’s commitment to improving the quality of life for its citizens.
The Works Commissioner praised Governor Nasir Idris for his strategic leadership, commending his foresight in engaging only tested, experienced, and qualified contractors for these transformative projects.
He further announced that in the coming weeks, Governor Idris will flag off the construction of the Koko-Mahuta-Dabai Road, a critical infrastructure project for seven local government areas in Kebbi South: Koko-Besse, Yauri, Shanga, Fakai, Danko-Wasagu, Zuru, and Sakaba.
The road, described as an economic powerhouse for Kebbi South, is expected to boost agricultural, commercial, and economic activities in the region, which is home to over two million people and serves as the agricultural backbone of the state.
Engr. Muslim revealed that despite the road being federally owned, Governor Idris has obtained clearance from the Presidency to proceed with its construction using state resources, recognizing its immense importance to the people of Kebbi.
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