The Kebbi State Government has highlighted the remarkable achievements of the administration of His Excellency, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, in road infrastructure and other strategic development projects as the administration approaches its fourth year in office.
The Honourable Commissioner for Information and Culture, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed BK, disclosed this during a press briefing in Birnin Kebbi, where he reviewed the administration’s performance against its campaign promises, particularly in the area of infrastructure.
He noted that the government had prioritised road construction, rehabilitation and expansion to address decades of infrastructural challenges and accelerate economic growth across the state.
According to the Commissioner, the administration recognises that good road networks are essential to Kebbi’s agricultural economy, the development of solid mineral resources, the movement of goods and services, and improved access to healthcare and security services. He added that improved roads would reduce transportation costs, minimise vehicle wear and tear, and strengthen commercial activities in both urban and rural communities.
Among the major completed projects highlighted were the dualisation of the Birnin Kebbi–Ambursa Road, completion of Phases I and II of the Ultra-Modern Secretariat Complex, rehabilitation of Yauri township roads, and construction of the Kebbi State Ultra-Modern Motor Park. The administration also constructed a fuel dump at Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport, Ambursa, while flight operations resumed at the airport through NG Eagle Max Airlines, operating five days a week, according to the briefing.
Other completed projects include township road rehabilitation and dualisation, bridge repairs and erosion-control interventions across several local government areas, including Argungu, Kalgo, Bunza, Jega, Ka’oje, Shanga and Fakai.
These interventions, the Commissioner explained, reflect the government’s commitment to improving connectivity, enhancing public safety and opening up communities for greater economic opportunities.
The briefing also highlighted ongoing projects, including the Kamba–Kwakkwaba–Sarfu–Banizumbu Road in Dandi Local Government Area, reconstruction of the Koko–Mahuta Road, Section I, reconstruction of the GGC Mahuta–Dabai
Road, Section III, and dualisation of Abdulsalam Road in Jega. Other ongoing projects include the New Governor’s Office Extension and a new lodge office building in Sokoto.
In furtherance of its infrastructure development agenda, the administration has awarded additional projects, including emergency erosion control at the Baba Jori three-span bridge linking Bunza and Kalgo areas, construction of the
Bagudo Eastern Bypass Road, Koko township roads, and rehabilitation of the Birnin Lafiya–Gulma–Nasini Road. Additional access roads and drainage projects have also been awarded in Birnin Kebbi, Bunza and Yauri.
The Commissioner further noted that the transformation of the formerly dilapidated Kebbi State Central Motor Park into a modern transportation facility represents a significant investment in the state’s economic development. The facility is expected to support commercial transportation, create employment opportunities and enhance internally generated revenue through the Kebbi State Transportation Company.
He maintained that the scale and spread of the projects demonstrate the administration’s determination to fulfil its campaign promises and establish infrastructure as a foundation for sustainable development. He added that the projects have improved the state’s development outlook and strengthened public confidence in the government’s commitment to delivering democratic dividends.
The Kebbi State Government reaffirmed its determination to sustain the momentum of development through the completion of ongoing projects and the implementation of additional programmes that will improve the living standards of the people.
Signed: Yahaya Sarki Special Adviser (SA) Media and Publicity to the Kebbi State Governor.