Idris inaugurates N5.1bn road dualisation project in Jega

Nasir Idris of Kebbi, has inaugurated the dualisation of Abdulsalami Road in Jega town, Jega Local Government Area worth N5.14 billion.

Our correspondent reports that the project demonstrated the Governor’s commitment to fulfilling his campaign promises and delivering tangible dividends of democracy to the people of Kebbi.

Speaking at the event, Idris said that progress could not be achieved in the area unless Jega “is opened up” for more infrastructural development.

He assured that funds for the project had been fully earmarked and kept aside, saying that the work had been awarded to a competent firm.

The governor stated that his administration never award contracts without the means to complete them.

Idris highlighted other ongoing projects across the state to include; renovation of Jega Hospital, approval for rehabilitation of nine General Hospitals, completion of 47 primary healthcare centres and plans for 45 more, as well as rehabilitation of both Primary and Secondary schools.

He added that his administration was touching every sector from health, agriculture, education to security enhancement and poverty eradication.

The governor reaffirmed the APC government’s dedication to the people of the state and urged residents to continue supporting his administration for more democratic dividends.

In his speech, the Commissioner for Works, Alhaji Abdullahi Umar-Muslim, said the project, awarded to Habibu Engineering Nigeria Limited, was expected to be completed within 12 months.

The commissioner, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works, Sa’ad Musa-Sakaba, said the project covered; redesign and upgrading of the old single carriageway to a dual carriageway with proper drainage and solar streetlights.

“The scope of work covers full scarification of the carriageway and shoulders, filling of embankments, construction of reinforced concrete drains on both sides, access culverts, stone pitching, asphalt surfacing, road markings, and the creation of four new roundabouts,” he said.

Giving the breakdown of the project, the commissioner said the total cost comprises ₦3.58 billion for main works, ₦72 million for relocation of water pipes, and ₦1.48 billion as compensation for affected structures.

He commended Idris for ensuring that only qualified and experienced contractors were engaged to guarantee quality and timely completion.

Umar-Muslim also reaffirmed the ministry’s readiness to diligently supervise the project, while appreciating the governor’s confidence in the ministry of works.

The Sarkin Kabin Jega, Alhaji Muhammad Arzika expressed appreciation to the governor for the road project in the town.