Kebbi Govt Spent N79 Billion On Major Projects In 2024 – Works Commissioner
Kebbi State government under Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, the Kauran Gwandu’s leadership, has prioritized the execution of capital projects to ensure rapid growth and transformation of the state.
These projects are designed to create a multiplier effect across various sectors of the economy of the state, driving development in key areas such as agriculture, healthcare, and education.
Governor Nasir Idris has also within one and a half years, delivered significant infrastructural development and initiated numerous impactful projects in the state.
A statement made available to Team@orientactualmags.com by the governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yahaya Sarki noted that Commissioner for Works, Engr. Abdullahi Umar Muslim, said this during the press conference he presided over in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday while adding that the state government spent over N79 billion on capital projects in 2024.
Among the key projects completed are the State Ultra-Modern Secretariat Complex in Gwadangaji, which cost over N10 billion, and the dualization 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 dualization 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 which had N708.8 million as project cost, and the construction of a box culvert and retaining wall along the Birnin Kebbi-Makera Road, which gulped N395 million. Furthermore, N296 million was spent on bridge repairs along the Bunza-Dakingari Road, while N4.2 billion was made available for the rehabilitation, remodeling, 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 also submitted that in the coming weeks, Governor Idris will be flagging off the construction of the Koko-Mahuta-Dabai Road, a critical infrastructure project for seven local governments 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 also disclosed that despite the fact that it is a federal road, Governor Idris has gotten the go-ahead from the Presidency to proceed with its construction using state resources, recognizing its immense importance to the people of Kebbi State-Team@orientactualmags.com Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com. Thank you
