Kebbi State Governor Inaugurates N7.23 Billion Dual Carriageway Project in Argungu

Last updated: October 16, 2024 9:50 am

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Kebbi State Governor Inaugurates N7.23 Billion Dual Carriageway Project in Argungu

Kebbi State Governor Inaugurates N7.23 Billion Dual Carriageway Project in Argungu. Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, on Tuesday, inaugurated the construction of a 6.4-kilometre township dual carriageway in Argungu, valued at over N7.23 billion. The project includes road construction, drainage systems, and the installation of solar-powered street lights.

During the flag-off ceremony, Governor Idris emphasized that the initiative is part of his administration’s commitment to fulfilling campaign promises. “We have delivered 50 to 60 per cent of the promises we made to the people,” he said, stressing the importance of developing local government headquarters to match others across the country.

The governor also confirmed that the contractor, Amirco Universal Concept, had been mobilized to the site, with 40 per cent of the contract sum already paid upfront. He reassured the public that funds for the project had been allocated, ensuring it will not face abandonment. “We are committed to completing all projects during this administration,” he added.

In addition to infrastructure, Governor Idris highlighted his administration’s commitment to other sectors, including timely payment of workers’ salaries and gratuities, financing WAEC and NECO fees for graduating students, and providing scholarships for students within and outside Nigeria.

He also announced plans to begin renovating Argungu General Hospital in the coming week and encouraged farmers to embrace dry-season farming to recover from recent flood-related losses.

Kebbi’s Commissioner for Works, Abdullahi Faruq-Muslim, praised the governor for selecting a reputable company for the project and reiterated the administration’s dedication to other major initiatives, such as the dualization of Birnin Kebbi-Ambursa Road, the completion of a multi-billion-naira secretariat complex, and the construction of an ultra-modern motor park in the state capital.

The Emir of Argungu, Sama’ila Muhammadu-Mera, commended the governor for prioritizing Argungu’s development and supporting traditional institutions. In recognition of his efforts, the Emir bestowed the traditional title of “Jigon Kabi” on Governor Idris, presenting him with a silver sword.

Dr. Hassan Mahdi, Managing Director of Amirco Universal Concept, assured that the project would be completed within six months, well ahead of its scheduled 12-month timeline.